Register for a PAN (Permanent Account Number)

Get a PAN from the Inland Revenue Department - required for tax filing, opening a business bank account, and most formal business activity in Nepal.

Authority: Inland Revenue Department Duration: 1-3 days Fees: Free - no registration fee.

Eligibility

Any Nepali citizen, foreign national, or registered business/organization that needs to transact with Nepal's tax system.

Steps

1. Apply online

Submit your PAN application at taxpayerportal.ird.gov.np, via the Nagarik app, or in person at your local IRD office.
2. Complete biometric verification

Individuals complete a one-time biometric verification in person at an IRD office to finalize registration.

Individual Inland Revenue Department - Head Office
3. Submit business documents

Businesses submit their registration certificate and proprietor/partner PAN details for verification.

Business Inland Revenue Department - Head Office
4. Receive your PAN

Once verified, IRD issues the PAN through its electronic system.

Documents & requirements

Citizenship certificate
Recent photograph, email address, and mobile number
Business registration certificate
Proprietor/partner PAN or citizenship details
Passport, visa, and work permit (foreign nationals only) (optional)

Frequently asked questions

Is there a fee for PAN registration?

No - PAN registration is free of charge.

Do I need to visit an IRD office?

Individuals apply online but must complete a one-time in-person biometric verification. Businesses can often complete registration without a biometric visit.

Official sources

Inland Revenue Department - official website (verified Sept. 6, 2026)