🇳🇵 NPR to INR.
How Nepalese Rupee (NPR) converts for Indian travelers visiting Nepal. Q2 2026 numbers, real ATM strategies, and what to do about the gap between forex card and bank exchange.
Common conversions.
| INR | NPR | WHAT IT BUYS |
|---|---|---|
| ₹10,000 | रू 16,000 | 2-3 budget meals + transit |
| ₹25,000 | रू 40,000 | Hotel night mid-range |
| ₹50,000 | रू 80,000 | 3-4 days mid-range stay |
| ₹1,00,000 | रू 1,60,000 | 1 week mid-range incl. activities |
| ₹2,00,000 | रू 3,20,000 | 2 weeks mid-range full trip |
How Indians should actually spend NPR.
- INR ₹500 and ₹2,000 notes are accepted at face value in Nepal at most places — pegged 1.6:1.
- Old INR ₹500 and ₹1,000 notes (demonetized) NOT accepted in Nepal — only post-2016 notes.
- ATMs widely available in Kathmandu/Pokhara, NPR 500 fee per withdrawal — minimal.
Best card for Nepal from India.
INR cash at Tribhuvan airport (1 INR ≈ 1.6 NPR pegged). Compare details on our forex card glossary entry, which ranks Niyo, Scapia, IndusInd, ICICI, and HDFC head-to-head for Indian travelers.
FAQ
What is the NPR to INR rate today?
1 NPR ≈ ₹0.625 (approximate, Q2 2026). The rate moves daily by 0.5-2%; check xe.com or Google for live numbers. For travel budgeting, we recommend padding 3-5% on top of mid-market rates.
What is the best forex card for Nepal from India?
INR cash at Tribhuvan airport (1 INR ≈ 1.6 NPR pegged). Niyo Global wins on near-zero forex markup; Scapia adds 10% flight/hotel cashback if you book the trip on it.
Should I carry cash or card to Nepal?
NPR is officially pegged to INR at 1.
Can I use Indian UPI in Nepal?
Not yet. NPCI International is rolling out UPI to more countries; currently live in UAE, Singapore, France, Mauritius, Sri Lanka (pilot). Check NPCI's site before relying on it.