A new 1% U.S. excise tax on certain cash-based international remittances took effect on Jan. 1, 2026, increasing costs for some Nepalis sending money to Nepal depending on how their transfer is funded.
April 14, 2026
Tag: Nepalis in USA
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Could US H-1B interview delays spread to Nepal? What Nepalese should expect
Visa interview disruptions in India have stranded many H-1B workers after appointments were cancelled or pushed back under tighter screening. The same rules apply across posts, so Nepali H-1B and H-4 applicants could also face sudden rescheduling or longer processing, especially those stamping in India. Kathmandu may see fewer shocks due to lower volume, but delays can still happen if workload or screening checks increase.
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US Immigration Shift And Unrest At Home Put Nepali Diaspora On Alert
Nepali communities in the United States and across the world are entering a tense period. Washington’s decision to terminate Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Nepal by August 5, 2025, combined with a sharp rise in deportations and political turmoil back home, is forcing many families to rethink their futures abroad. TPS, first granted after the...