NGO & INGO

Is participation in the Social Security Fund compulsory?Yes, participation in the Social Security Fund (SSF) is compulsory for employees and employers in Nepal’s formal private sector and public enterprises. Employers must register their staff and contribute a total of 31% of the employee’s basic salary11% from the employee’s salaryand20% from...

सम्बन्ध विच्छेद भन्नाले पतिको र पत्नीको बीचको वैवाहिक सम्बन्धलाई कानुनी रूपमा अन्त्य गर्ने प्रक्रिया हो, जसलाई सम्बन्धित अदालत वा कानुनले मान्यता प्राप्त निकायमार्फत सम्पन्न गरिन्छ। मानव सभ्यताको विकाससँगै विवाह संस्था सामाजिक, धार्मिक र कानुनी रूपमा मान्यता प्राप्त सम्बन्धको रूपमा स्थापित भएको हो, जसमा दुई व्यक्तिबीच प्रेम, साथ, अधिकार र कर्तव्यको आधारमा जीवनयात्रा अगाडि बढाउने अपेक्षा...

Is Renewal of the Company Necessary?No, you don’t need to renew your company at the Office of the Company Registrar. However, if your company is also registered with another government body or if you’ve obtained any kind of license or permit to operate your business you should check with that authority. If their rules require renewal of the...

Bigamy occurs when a person marries someone while still being legally married to another individual. In most legal systems, this is considered a criminal offense. In Nepal, bigamy refers to the act of marrying another person while a previous marriage is still legally valid and has not been dissolved. This practice is strictly prohibited under Nepali law. According to the provisions related...

In recent years, an increasing number of Nepali families have found themselves separated by international borders, as many husbands go abroad for employment, study, or permanent residence. While this global migration has brought economic opportunities, it has also given rise to complex personal and legal challenges, especially for women left behind in Nepal. Among these challenges is...

In Nepal, divorce lawyers help people through every step of the divorce process. Getting a divorce can be stressful and emotional, but a good lawyer can make things easier by giving the right advice and support. The process usually starts with a meeting, where the lawyer listens to your situation and explains your legal options. They help you understand whether you should go for a mutual...

In Nepal, notarization is a formal legal process used to verify the authenticity of documents and signatures. At Prime Law Nepal, we provide expert guidance on these legal processes to ensure compliance and accuracy. It ensures that the documents are genuine and can be legally recognized and accepted by courts, government agencies, and other official institutions. Notarization provides legal...

In the context of Nepali law, the term “Waris” (वारिस) is commonly used to refer to a person who holds Power of Attorney (POA), particularly in legal proceedings. As per Section 144 ofthe National Civil procedure Code, 2017, a party involved in a legal case, whether as a plaintiff or defendant may appoint another individual, known as a Waris, to act on their behalf in the lawsuit. This legal...

Legal Divorce in Nepal When One or Both Spouses Are living in Abroad: A Nepali citizen residing abroad may initiate divorce proceedings in Nepal by executing a Special Power of Attorney (Adhikrit Wareshnama), duly attested and authenticated by the Nepali Embassy or Consulate in the country of residence, in accordance with the prevailing laws of Nepal. This article explains the full process...

If you got married in Nepal but later divorced in a country like the USA, Canada, Australia, or somewhere else abroad. Now you’re asking yourself will Nepal recognize that divorce? Can you get remarried or change your marital status here without any problems? Yes, Nepal does recognize foreign divorces. However, it’s not just a matter of showing your divorce documents from another country....