Shopify agency for brands in Nepal
Shopify stores for Nepali brands selling at home with eSewa, Khalti and cash on delivery, and abroad with export setups for pashmina, tea and handicrafts.
Shopify experts for Nepal brands
Nepal’s online market has grown quickly as digital wallets spread, and buyers in the Kathmandu Valley and larger cities now order clothing, electronics, cosmetics and groceries online. Wallets such as eSewa and Khalti and Fonepay QR codes are part of daily life, though cash on delivery remains common. At the same time, Nepali products have strong international appeal: pashmina, felt goods, singing bowls, thangka art, Ilam tea and Himalayan coffee all sell to buyers worldwide.
BOOST STAR Experts builds Shopify stores for Nepali brands, and because Nepal and India share almost the same hours, collaboration is easy. We connect local wallets and cash on delivery for domestic sales, plan payment and shipping routes that work for exports, and write content for both Nepali shoppers and international buyers. Then we work on SEO, social campaigns and conversion to grow both channels steadily.
Selling online in Nepal: what your store needs
Wallets, QR and cash on delivery
eSewa, Khalti, IME Pay and Fonepay QR are the everyday ways to pay online, alongside ConnectIPS bank transfers and domestic cards. Cash on delivery is still widely used, particularly outside the valley. PayPal and Stripe do not serve Nepali businesses, so export sales need a local bank’s international card gateway or another route.
VAT, registration and foreign exchange
VAT is 13% for registered businesses, and online sellers need PAN or VAT registration and proper invoices. Nepal’s electronic transactions and consumer protection laws apply to online stores, and foreign exchange is regulated by Nepal Rastra Bank, so export payments must come through approved banking channels. Local accounting advice is essential.
Delivery across mountains and valleys
Courier companies deliver quickly inside the Kathmandu Valley and to cities such as Pokhara and Biratnagar, while remote hill areas can take a week or more. Nepal Post serves the whole country. For exports, DHL Express and Aramex are the usual choices, and heavier items such as singing bowls need careful packaging and realistic shipping rates.
Daraz, social media and the diaspora
Daraz is the largest marketplace, and Facebook, Instagram and TikTok drive most brand discovery, with orders often confirmed by Viber or WhatsApp. Millions of Nepalis live and work abroad, in the Gulf, Malaysia, South Korea, Japan, Australia, the UK and the US, creating demand for products and gifts from home.
Payments, delivery and compliance in Nepal
- eSewa
- Khalti
- Fonepay QR
- IME Pay
- ConnectIPS
- Cash on delivery
- Bank international card gateway (export)
- Domestic courier companies
- Nepal Post
- DHL Express
- Aramex
- Store pickup
- VAT (13%) & PAN registration
- Electronic Transactions Act
- Consumer Protection Act
- Foreign exchange rules (Nepal Rastra Bank)
Shopify agency services across Nepal
Working together
Nepal is just 15 minutes ahead of India, so our working hours are practically the same. Calls, reviews and urgent fixes happen in real time during your normal day, with no waiting overnight.
Time zone: Nepal time (UTC+5:45, no daylight saving). Currency: NPR (रू). Languages: Nepali, English (business and export).
How we work
Discovery call
We learn your goals, catalogue, tech stack and market, then agree what success looks like.
Audit & roadmap
A store, SEO and competitor audit turns into a prioritised roadmap with a timeline and fixed quote.
Design & build
UX, design and development in sprints, with a private preview store you review at every step.
Launch
QA across devices, redirects, tracking and a planned go-live with no downtime.
Grow
SEO, CRO and paid campaigns compound results month after month, with clear reporting.
Ongoing support
A dedicated team for fixes, new features and seasonal campaigns when you need them.
Frequently asked questions
Can a Shopify store in Nepal accept eSewa and Khalti?
Yes, through Nepali payment integrations or a custom connection to the wallet providers’ merchant APIs. We set up the payment flow, test confirmations and refunds and make sure orders update automatically in Shopify. Cash on delivery and Fonepay QR can run alongside them.
How do we accept payments from international customers?
PayPal and Stripe are not available for Nepal-registered businesses, so exporters typically use an international card payment gateway offered by a Nepali bank, or sell through a partner abroad. We help you compare the options with your bank, then connect the chosen method and set pricing in US dollars or euros.
Can you build a store that sells pashmina or handicrafts worldwide?
Yes. We build export stores with detailed material and origin information, care guides, maker stories and international shipping by weight and destination. Product photography and descriptions are written for buyers who cannot touch the product, which matters for textiles and handmade pieces.
Is the time difference an issue when working with India?
Not at all. Nepal is only 15 minutes ahead of India, so we work the same hours. Calls can be arranged at short notice, changes can be made while you watch, and you get answers to questions the same day.
Should we sell on Daraz as well as our own store?
Many brands do. Daraz brings reach and trust, while your own Shopify store gives you full control, better margins and customer data. We keep product information consistent between the two and give customers reasons to buy direct, such as bundles, loyalty points or exclusive designs.