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....

In Nepal the issue of child custody after divorce or separation is one of the most sensitive and contested aspects of family law in Nepal. While traditionally, custody has often been granted to mothers especially when children are below 16 years of age.  Nepal’s legal system has gradually evolved to ensure that fathers, too, have legitimate custodial rights. Child custody refers to the...

In Nepal, child custody after divorce is governed by the National Civil Code, 2017, particularly Part 3 Chapter-4, Provisions Relating to Relationship of Parents and Children. The legal system traditionally assumed that mothers are the primary caretakers of young children, especially after divorce. However, this presumption is not absolute and has evolved with changing societal dynamics,...