Embassy of Nepal in Dhaka, Bangladesh; address United Nations Road, Road No # 2, 1212, Dhaka; phone +88029892490. Head of mission: Mr. Ghanshyam Bhandari.
Head of mission: Mr. Ghanshyam Bhandari, Ambassador (as of 2023)
Nepal is an appealing destination for some Bangladeshi travelers, thanks to its rich culture and stunning natural scenery in the Himalayas. However, recent challenges have affected the steady flow of international visitors, limiting its overall attractiveness to the broader Bangladeshi population of 171 million.
Nepal is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Bangladesh. According to the Global Peace Index, Nepal ranks 78th out of 160 countries, which is better than Bangladesh's ranking of 91st. The murder rates are also comparable, with Nepal at 2.1 per 100,000 people, slightly lower than Bangladesh's rate of 2.4. In terms of organized crime, Nepal has a lower score for mafia groups (4.5) compared to Bangladesh (5.5), indicating a relatively safer environment. However, some areas, such as state crime and foreign crime, score higher in Nepal (8.5 and 7.0, respectively) than in Bangladesh (7.0 and 2.0), suggesting that there are certain challenges. Overall, while there are some concerns, Nepal is relatively safer for tourists compared to Bangladesh, making it a viable travel option.