Foreign Investment
FITTA advisory, market entry, and repatriation for international investors
Nepal, a developing nation situated between two of the world's largest economies, China and India, has long sought to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) for economic growth and achieve its development goals. While the country possesses significant potential in sectors like hydropower, tourism, information technology and manufacturing, the primary legislation governing foreign investment in Nepal is the Foreign Investment and Technology Transfer Act (FITTA), 2019, along with the Public-Private Partnership and Investment Act, 2019.
We assist foreign clients through every stage of the investment lifecycle: market entry and entity setup (company registration, joint ventures, branch/subsidiary formation); regulatory compliance (FITTA approvals, NRB registration, repatriation structuring); project development and legal due diligence; contract drafting and negotiation (shareholder agreements, BOOT frameworks, tech transfer contracts); employment, tax, and immigration guidance; and dispute prevention and resolution.
Foreign investment is approved through the Department of Industry (DOI) for investments up to NPR 6 billion, and the Investment Board Nepal (IBN) for investments above NPR 6 billion. FITTA's single-window mechanism is designed to provide a single point for investors to obtain all necessary approvals.
FITTA allows repatriation of profits, dividends, earnings, amounts from sale of shares or assets, principal and interest on foreign loans, and royalties, with Nepal Rastra Bank approval after taxes and legal obligations are settled. FITTA also provides visa facilities for foreign investors, authorized representatives, and family members.
Services We Provide
- ✓Market entry and entity setup
- ✓FITTA and IBN approvals
- ✓NRB registration and repatriation
- ✓Joint ventures and technology transfer
- ✓Shareholder and BOOT agreements
- ✓Investor visa advisory
Frequently Asked Questions
- What foreign investment services does Lexis and Legis provide in Nepal?
- FITTA advisory, market entry, and repatriation for international investors. We offer Market entry and entity setup, FITTA and IBN approvals, NRB registration and repatriation, Joint ventures and technology transfer, Shareholder and BOOT agreements, and related advisory support. Nepal, a developing nation situated between two of the world's largest economies, China and India, has long sought to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) for economic growth and achieve its development goals. While the country possesses significant potential in sectors like hydropower, tourism, information technology and manufacturing, the primary legislation governing foreign investment in Nepal is the Foreign Investment and Technology Transfer Act (FITTA), 2019, along with the Public-Private Partnership and Investment Act, 2019.
- How can I consult a lawyer for foreign investment in Kathmandu?
- Book a consultation through our website, call our Anamnagar office, or submit the contact form on this page. We offer in-person meetings and online consultations for clients in Nepal and abroad.
- Why choose Lexis and Legis for foreign investment matters in Nepal?
- Lexis and Legis is a leading law firm in Kathmandu with experienced attorneys in commercial and civil law. We provide strategic planning, document drafting, regulatory compliance, and court representation tailored to each matter.
Why Lexis And Legis?
Lexis and Legis is a leading law firm in Nepal, offering professional legal services in commercial and civil law, including legal consultations, document drafting, and court representation.
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