How to Call Nepal from India
Learn how to call from India to Nepal with this step-by-step guide. Rates start at just $0.41/min with HelloAirDial. No apps, no calling cards, just dial from your browser.
Cheapest Way to Call Nepal from India
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How to Call from India to Nepal
To make a call, dial the exit code (00), followed by the country code (977), then the local number. HelloAirDial makes it simple - just enter the full number in your browser and we handle the formatting automatically. Rates start at $0.41 per minute with no hidden fees.
Dialing Steps: 🇮🇳 India to 🇳🇵 Nepal
- 1
Dial the exit code: 00
This tells your carrier you're making an international call from India.
- 2
Dial Nepal's country code: 977
The country code for Nepal is +977.
- 3
Dial the local number
Drop the leading 0 from local numbers.
Examples:
- Mobile: 98-12345678
- Landline: 01-4412345
Cheap Calls from India to Nepal
Skip expensive carrier rates and calling cards. HelloAirDial offers cheap calls from India to Nepal starting at $0.41/minute, up to 80% less than traditional international calling.
Traditional Calling
- • Carrier rates: $1-3/min
- • Calling cards: Hidden fees
- • Roaming: Expensive abroad
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- • From $0.41/min
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🇮🇳 India Carrier Rates to 🇳🇵 Nepal
- Jio$0.20-1.50
- Airtel$0.25-1.80
- Vi (Vodafone Idea)$0.25-1.70
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Best Time to Call 🇳🇵 Nepal
Recommended Calling Hours
- • For business contacts in Nepal, call between 09:30 and 17:30 Nepal Time on working days (typically Sunday to Friday).
- • Avoid calling households early morning before 07:00 or late night after 21:00 unless it is urgent or prearranged.
Calling Etiquette in Nepal
- • Begin with a polite greeting such as Namaste or Hello, then clearly state your name, organization, and purpose.
- • Use formal and respectful language, especially with elders or in business contexts; avoid overly direct or aggressive sales pitches.
- • If the call is longer than a few minutes, check that it is a good time to talk and offer to schedule later if needed.
- • For business matters, it is courteous to follow up important calls with an SMS, email, or messaging app summary.
Reaching 🇳🇵 Nepal via Apps
- • WhatsApp, Viber, and IMO are widely used in Nepal for both voice and video calls, especially with overseas contacts.
- • Facebook Messenger and regular mobile voice are also common; offering to call via WhatsApp or Viber is usually acceptable.
- • Network quality can vary outside major cities; be ready to switch between app call and regular voice if quality is poor.
International Calling Requirements in 🇮🇳 India
- • Ensure your SIM is KYC verified; unverified or inactive SIMs may block international calls
- • Contact your operator to enable ISD (international calling) if not active by default
- • Use 00 or + before the destination country code when dialing abroad
- • Corporate or prepaid connections may have ISD barred by default; request unbar via customer care or app
- • Check that sufficient main balance or an ISD pack is available before placing international calls
Troubleshooting Calls to 🇳🇵 Nepal
- Call cannot be completed as dialed or invalid number - Remove any leading 0 from the foreign number, ensure you dial 00 or +, and verify the correct country and area codes
- Outgoing international calls are barred on your number - Contact your operator to enable ISD, remove call barring, or recharge with an ISD pack or sufficient main balance
- Not enough balance to make this call - Top up your prepaid balance or add an ISD pack; for postpaid, check credit limit or unpaid bills
FAQs: Calling 🇳🇵 Nepal from 🇮🇳 India
How do I call from India to Nepal?
Dial 00 (exit code) + 977 (Nepal country code) + the local phone number. Drop the leading 0 from local numbers.
What is the cheapest way to call from India to Nepal?
Use a VoIP service like HelloAirDial with rates from $0.41/min. This is typically 50-80% cheaper than traditional carriers or calling cards.
What is the country code for Nepal?
The country code for Nepal is +977. When calling from India, dial 00 977 followed by the local number.
How do I dial an international number from India?
Dial 00 or +, then the country code, then the area or mobile code without leading 0, followed by the local number.
Should I use roaming or Wi Fi or VOIP when calling abroad from India?
Using local data with apps like WhatsApp or Wi Fi calling is usually cheaper than standard ISD or roaming, especially for long calls.
How expensive are international calls from India?
Rates vary by destination and operator but often range from about USD 0.20 to over 1.50 per minute; check your plan or ISD pack for exact tariffs.