Government services
Citizenship Certificate
The Nepali citizenship certificate is the main identity document for adults and is needed for almost every other service on this page.
नागरिकता प्रमाणपत्र
Document list follows the standard ward citizen charter. Fees and current forms were not confirmed on an official page; check with your ward office or DAO.
Who can apply
- Nepali citizens who have completed 16 years of age (citizenship by descent is the most common type).
- Other types (by birth, naturalised, non-resident) follow separate rules under the Nepal Citizenship Act; ask the District Administration Office.
Documents to take
Carry the originals and one photocopy of each unless the office says otherwise.
- Completed application form with recent passport-size photographs (both ears visible)
- Copy of father's or mother's citizenship certificate
- Birth registration certificate
- Recommendation (sifaris) from your ward office
- School certificate or other document showing date of birth, if you have one
- Migration certificate, if your family moved from another district
- For married women: marriage registration certificate and husband's citizenship copy
How to apply
- 1Collect the recommendation from your ward office with the documents above.
- 2Go to the District Administration Office (DAO) or Area Administration Office of your permanent address with originals and copies.
- 3A parent or close relative usually has to be present to identify you (sanakhat).
- 4Submit the form, have your details verified and sign the register.
- 5Collect the certificate, often the same day.
Where to apply
- Ward office (for the recommendation)
- District Administration Office or Area Administration Office of your permanent address
Fees
A fee is marked “Official” only when it was read on an official page on the review date.
| Item | Amount | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Application / stamp feeA small revenue stamp or fee is usually charged. The exact amount was not confirmed from an official source. | Set by the office | Needs verification |
Official links
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Important instructions
- Names and dates must match your birth registration and school certificates exactly.
- A copy (pratilipi) of a lost certificate is issued by the same DAO that issued the original.
Frequently asked questions
- Can I apply online?
- No complete online application was found on an official site. The certificate is issued in person at the District or Area Administration Office.
- From what age can I apply?
- From 16 years of age.
Sources
- Ministry of Home Affairshttps://moha.gov.np
Not an official government website. This is an independent guidance platform. It is not an official Government of Nepal portal, it cannot submit any application for you, and it does not collect your personal details. Rules, fees and documents change; always confirm with the office or the official website before you travel or pay.