Non-Resident Nepali Identity Card

The Non Resident Nepalese (NRNs) residing in the United States of America and in the countries accredited by this Embassy can apply to the Embassy of Nepal Washington DC to obtain the NRN ID cards. They can also apply to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kathmandu for their NRN ID.

The NRNs willing to obtain NRN ID cards have to register their names by providing their detail information as prescribed in the NRN registration application form. The NRN registration application form can also be used for NRN ID card application. The application forms for Non Resident Nepalese and Nepalese Citizens Residing Abroad are available online.

Other relevant information can be found, in detail, in Non Resident Nepali Act 2064 & Non- Resident Nepali Regulations 2066.

How to apply for NRN ID cards?

• Download and complete NRN ID card application form available online.
• Take a print out of your application form and sign it. Also send a scanned copy of your signature to put it in your ID
• Submit your application online.
• Mail the signed application form together with other documents as prescribed in the application form or bring them with you if you are applying in person.
• Enclose three copies of passport size photographs and a paid return envelope to send the ID to your address.
• Enclose money order (US $500.00 for NRN ID and $20.00 for Registration) payable to the Embassy of Nepal Washington DC.