International Trade Law
Prime Law Associates stands among the leading international trade law firms in Nepal. We provide comprehensive, end-to-end legal support on complex cross-border trade matters. Our dedicated team regularly guides clients through the multifaceted regulatory and compliance landscape governing international commerce.
With extensive expertise in import-export regulations, customs laws, and WTO compliance, we ensure your global operations remain secure and legally sound. Our attorneys handle critical trade remedies, including anti-dumping, countervailing duties, and safeguard measures. We assist both domestic and international enterprises in navigating foreign trade policies, free trade agreements, export controls, and bilateral disputes.
By leveraging our position as a trusted legal partner, we provide precise guidance on customs classification, product valuation, duty drawbacks, and licensing. We deliver practical solutions and actionable advice to help your business minimize risks while optimizing operational efficiency.
In Nepal, international trade matters are primarily governed by the Customs Act 2064 (2007), Foreign Exchange Regulation Act 2019 (1962), Export Import (Control) Act 2013 (1957), Trade Policy of Nepal, and other applicable laws, regulations, and directives issued by the Department of Customs, Nepal Rastra Bank, and other competent authorities, along with relevant international trade agreements and WTO-related frameworks.
Our clients are assisted by us in the following scope of services:
- Import and Export Compliance
- Advisory on the process of importing/exporting goods, licensing requirements, and necessary documents
- Assistance in complying with regulations regarding customs and trade laws
- Customs Law and Procedure
- Advisory on customs valuation, classification, rates of duties, and exemptions
- Assistance to our clients in customs clearance and customs audits
- Foreign Trade Regulation
- Advisory services relating to the policies and regulations regarding foreign trade
- Assistance in obtaining permissions for foreign trade
- International Commercial Transactions
- Drafting of sale/purchase agreement for international transactions
- Advisory on Incoterms, payment terms, and trade risks involved
- Trade Finance and Bank Assistance
- Advisory letters of credit (LC), guarantee and other trade finance instruments
- Assistance to our clients in arranging safe international payments
- Trade Disputes & Litigation
- Representation of our clients in trade disputes arising out of international commercial transactions
- Assistance in dispute resolution such as arbitration and mediation
- Dumping and Trade Remedies
- Advisory on dumping, anti-dumping measures, safeguards and countervailing duties
- Assistance in trade remedy cases
- Foreign Exchange and Repatriation Matters
- Foreign Currency Regulations and Earnings Repatriation
- Providing advice in connection with Nepal Rastra Bank regulations
- Foreign Trade Agreements and World Trade Organization Obligations
- Providing advice concerning foreign trade agreements applicable to Nepal
- Assisting clients in dealing with the obligations of World Trade Organization
- Global Logistics, Transportation & Supply Chain Management Compliance
- Providing advice concerning global logistics, transportation and shipping law issues
- Assisting clients in managing risks under global supply chain contracts