Limited
Nepal passport photo: it depends on how you apply
There is a route where a photo you took is accepted, and a route where it is not.
Checked on 2026-08-15. Rules move — we re-check this list at least every six months. Next review: 2027-02-15.
Why
Children under 5 only
What the authority says
No need to bring child below 5 years to Consulate (Only bring photo) … you will be called into the enrollment unit to have your photo, fingerprints and signature taken into the system.
Source — Consulate General of Nepal, Hong Kong · Official page
How photos are submitted in Nepal
Passport
Submission
- The photo can be taken at the application office.
have your photo, fingerprints and signature taken into the system
hkg.nepalconsulate.gov.np - Applications at an embassy or consulate: a printed photo is submitted.
No need to bring child below 5 years to Consulate (Only bring photo)
hkg.nepalconsulate.gov.np
Rules the authority states for this photo
- The authority gives separate instructions for babies and children.
No need to bring child below 5 years to Consulate (Only bring photo)
hkg.nepalconsulate.gov.np
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