Non-Resident Nepali (NRN) ID Card Application

The Embassy of Nepal facilitates the application process for NRN ID Card for eligible individuals of Nepali origin and Nepali nationals residing abroad. Follow the instructions below carefully to ensure smooth processing.

Please read carefully the instructions: Instructions for filling up application for NRN ID Card

APPLY ONLINE HERE

For Foreign Citizens of Nepali Origin (Valid for 10 Years)

Required Documents:

All copies of documents must be self-attested (write "True Copy" on the back with the applicant"s signature and date).

• Printed and Signed Online Application Form

• Copy of U.S. Naturalization/Citizenship Certificate or U.S. Birth Certificate (if born in the U.S.)

• Copy of U.S. Passport

• Proof of Nepali Origin (One of the following):

  • Copy of Nepali Citizenship Certificate/ Minor Certificate/ Birth Certificate (if previously a Nepali citizen - First Generation NRN)

  • Copy of Nepali Citizenship of Father/Mother (if Second Generation NRN)

  • Copy of Nepali Citizenship of Grandfather/Grandmother (if Third Generation NRN, along with a document proving the relationship)

• Proof of Employment or Business in the Current Country (if applicable)

• Recent Passport-Size Photograph (45 mm x 35 mm, 400x300 pixels)

• Signature of the Applicant on Plain White Paper

• Payment Method: Cashier's Check/ Money order for MAILSubmission

  • Cashier's Check or Money Order must be made payable to: “The Embassy of Nepal, Washington, D.C." SAMPLE

  • Debit Card/Credit Card for In-Person/ Drop-off Application Submission

• Self-Addressed Prepaid Return Envelope with Tracking Number (Not required for self-pickup)

*** Please note, there is no online payment service available.

Renewal:

Same requirements as above with a copy of the previous NRN ID

Loss/Damage of NRN ID:

Applicants applying for a replacement due to loss or damage must submit the same required documents as a new application, along with:

• A copy of the lost/damaged NRN ID

• A self-declaration letter stating that the ID was lost (for loss cases only)

• Fee: $1,040.00 (Double the standard NRN ID fee)

2. NRN ID for Nepali Nationals Currently Living Abroad (Valid for 2 Years)

Required Documents:

All copies of the required documents must be self-attested (by writing “true copy” at the back, along with the applicant"s signature and date).

• Completed Online Application Form (Printed and signed by the applicant)

• Copy of Nepali Citizenship Certificate

• Copy of Nepali Passport (Biographic data page from a valid passport)

• Copy of Green Card (if applicable)

• Proof of Address (any official document showing the applicant"s current address)

• Proof of Business or Employment (Documents related to business or employment in the current country of residence, if applicable)

• Self-Addressed Prepaid Return Envelope with tracking number (Not required for self-pickup)

Renewal:

Same requirements as above with a copy of the previous NRN ID.

Loss/Damage:

Applicants applying for a replacement due to loss or damage must submit the same required documents as a new application, along with:

• A copy of the lost/damaged NRN ID

• A self-declaration letter stating that the ID was lost (for loss cases only)

• Fee: $140.00 (Double the standard NRN ID fee)

Fee & Payment Methods:

Application processing time:Processing time takes 4 to 5 business days.

Application Procedure:

Applicants may mail/drop-off the completed NRN ID Card application along with all required documents to:

Embassy of Nepal
2730 34th Place, NW
Washington, DC 20007
Telephone: +1 (202) 667-4550
Fax: +1 (202) 667-5534

For further information related to NRN, please refer to Non Resident Nepali Act, 2064 and Non Resident Nepali Regulations, 2066

Notes:

1. Application will be returned if the required documents are not complete and duly signed by the applicant.
2. Due to limited staff, the Embassy encourages applicants to contact via email for inquiries:
   📧 consular@nepalembassyusa.org or dhanukarki@nepalembassyusa.org