Kathmandu handover · EV Drive Nepal
Self-Drive Car Rental in Kathmandu
Arrange an electric or automatic self-drive vehicle in Kathmandu and begin a Nepal road trip on your own schedule. EV Drive Nepal is based in Pokhara and provides Kathmandu handover through its partner network by prior arrangement.
Advance reservation required
Vehicle, dates and Kathmandu handover logistics are confirmed before booking.
Kathmandu handover
Arranged through the partner network
Electric & automatic
Compare the current 18-vehicle fleet
Confirmed before travel
Dates, route, rate and logistics
EV CAR RENTAL IN KATHMANDU
EV Car Rental in Kathmandu
Compare representative models from the current 18-vehicle EV-focused fleet, with published daily rates starting from NPR 6,500. This is not a promise of date-specific Kathmandu availability: handover is arranged through the partner network. Open each canonical vehicle page for approved specifications and duration-tier rates, then send your dates and route for confirmation.
BYD Dolphin
Hatchback · 5 Seats
340 km
NPR 7,000daily rate
BYD Atto 3
SUV · 5 Seats
Up to 420 km WLTP
NPR 9,000daily rate
iCAUR V23
SUV · 5 Seats
401 km CLTC
NPR 11,000daily rate
Deepal S05
SUV · 5 Seats
405 km WLTP
NPR 11,000daily rate
TRANSPARENT FLEET PRICING
Self-Drive Car Rental Prices in Kathmandu
Current approved fleet rates start from NPR 6,500 per day. Each vehicle has daily, 7+, 15+ and 30+ duration tiers. The applicable rate comes from the same shared fleet data used throughout this website.
EV Drive Nepal does not publish a separate Kathmandu rate. Any Kathmandu or airport handover charge, where applicable, is confirmed before booking based on rental duration, vehicle and logistics.
Review the complete EV rental cost guideWhat affects your quote?
- Selected vehicle and requested dates
- Total rental duration and applicable rate tier
- Kathmandu or airport handover arrangement
- Proposed route and return location
- Confirmed vehicle and staff logistics
KATHMANDU COLLECTION
How partner-network handover works
Self-drive vehicle handover in Kathmandu is available by prior arrangement through EV Drive Nepal’s Kathmandu partner network, subject to vehicle availability, rental duration and confirmed logistics.
EV Drive Nepal remains Pokhara-based. This service does not represent an owned Kathmandu branch, a walk-in rental desk or a fixed public Kathmandu office. The exact handover point and time are agreed directly for each confirmed rental.
- 1Send your dates, passenger count, luggage and planned route.
- 2Choose vehicles to compare from the current fleet.
- 3The team checks vehicle, duration and Kathmandu logistics.
- 4Receive the applicable rate and any handover charge.
- 5Complete eligibility and document pre-verification.
- 6Meet at the confirmed place and time for handover.
ARRIVING BY AIR?
Arriving at Kathmandu Airport?
International arrivals can enquire before travelling. Kathmandu Airport or Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) handover may be arranged in advance through the partner network when the vehicle, rental duration and logistics allow it.
The exact meeting location, timing and any applicable handover charge are confirmed before arrival. EV Drive Nepal does not promise free airport delivery, a permanent airport counter or guaranteed terminal-side handover.
Enquire before travel
Share the flight date, preferred collection time and rental dates early.
Confirm the meeting point
Use the location and contact process agreed for your booking.
Vehicle confirmation
The requested model remains subject to availability and logistics.
Direct coordination
Use the official WhatsApp channel for the final handover details.
START YOUR ROAD TRIP
Drive from Kathmandu toward Pokhara and beyond
A self-drive EV from Kathmandu can support a wider Nepal itinerary when the vehicle and route are approved. Collecting in Kathmandu, driving toward Pokhara, planning charging stops and continuing to Bandipur or Chitwan should be considered as one itinerary rather than separate promises.
Kathmandu ↔ Pokhara
Corridor distance, road and charging context
Read the guidePokhara–Kathmandu charging
Range planning and reported charging areas
Read the guideKathmandu, Chitwan & Bandipur loop
A longer multi-stop itinerary guide
Read the guidePokhara → Bandipur
A useful corridor stop reference
Read the guidePlanning a Kathmandu pickup with Pokhara return?
Kathmandu pickup with Pokhara return may be arranged in advance depending on vehicle availability, rental duration and logistics. A one-way service charge applies and is confirmed before booking. Confirm route suitability, charging and the handover arrangement before booking.
WHO THIS SERVICE SUITS
Kathmandu self-drive for residents and visitors
Nepal residents
NRNs abroad
International tourists
Couples
Families
Business travellers
Arriving by air? See the Kathmandu Airport self-drive rental process before you fly.
INTERNATIONAL RENTER SUMMARY
Documents and eligibility
- Minimum age 25 and an appropriate driving licence held for at least two years.
- Original valid home-country licence plus a physical International Driving Permit.
- Passport and valid Nepal visa documentation.
- Refundable security deposit equivalent to USD 500.
- Originals are inspected when required and returned immediately; the original passport is never retained as security.
KATHMANDU RENTAL FAQ
Answers before you reserve
Can I rent a self-drive car in Kathmandu?+
Yes. Self-drive vehicle handover in Kathmandu is available by prior arrangement through EV Drive Nepal's Kathmandu partner network, subject to vehicle availability, rental duration and confirmed logistics.
Can I rent an EV for self-drive in Kathmandu?+
Yes. EV Drive Nepal has an EV-focused, automatic fleet. The specific electric vehicle available for Kathmandu handover must be confirmed for your dates and proposed route.
Can tourists rent a self-drive car in Kathmandu?+
International visitors can enquire when they meet the current age, driving-experience, licence, IDP, passport, visa and deposit requirements. Eligibility is reviewed before a rental is confirmed.
Can I collect the car at Kathmandu Airport?+
Kathmandu Airport or Tribhuvan International Airport handover may be arranged in advance through the Kathmandu partner network. The vehicle, rental duration, meeting location, timing and any charge must be confirmed before arrival. There is no permanent airport counter.
Can I drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara?+
The Kathmandu–Pokhara corridor can be considered when the selected vehicle, road conditions, charging plan and rental terms are suitable. Share the full route before booking so EV Drive Nepal can assess it.
Can I return the vehicle in Pokhara after collecting it in Kathmandu?+
Kathmandu pickup with Pokhara return may be arranged in advance depending on vehicle availability, rental duration and logistics. A one-way service charge applies and the amount is confirmed before booking.
How much does a self-drive EV rental in Kathmandu cost?+
The approved fleet rates vary by vehicle and rental duration. There is no separate published Kathmandu rate. Any Kathmandu or airport handover charge, where applicable, is confirmed before booking based on rental duration, vehicle and logistics.
What documents do I need?+
Requirements depend on renter type. International renters need an original valid home-country driving licence, physical International Driving Permit, passport and valid Nepal visa documentation. Original documents are inspected when required and returned immediately.
Do I need an International Driving Permit?+
International renters must provide a physical International Driving Permit together with their original valid home-country driving licence under the current EV Drive Nepal policy.
Is a security deposit required?+
Yes. A refundable security deposit is required. For international renters, the current deposit is the equivalent of USD 500, with the payment method and local-currency amount confirmed before handover.
Which EV is suitable for Kathmandu to Pokhara?+
Suitability depends on the vehicle's real-world range, starting charge, passenger and luggage load, road conditions and current charging plan. Compare the canonical vehicle pages and ask EV Drive Nepal to assess the chosen vehicle for your dates and route.
Where can I charge an EV during a Nepal road trip?+
Charging depends on the route and current operating status. The existing Pokhara–Kathmandu charging guide identifies planning considerations and reported charging areas, but customers should verify charger access, compatibility and status before departure.
Start Your Self-Drive Trip from Kathmandu
Share your dates, vehicle and route
EV Drive Nepal will check the fleet and confirm whether Kathmandu handover can be arranged.