Moving to Nepal from Serbia

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What to Expect

A comprehensive look at what changes when you move from Serbia to Nepal — from daily expenses to quality of life.

If you moved from Serbia to Nepal, you would find that Nepal is 54.3% cheaper than Serbia overall. A RSD7,687,914 salary in Serbia would need to be roughly NPR6,188,664 in Nepal to maintain the same lifestyle, and you’d need to navigate life in Nepali. You’ll also switch from driving on the right to the left. Expect a noticeable climate shift — Kathmandu averages 77°F vs 62°F in Belgrade, making it significantly warmer.

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How Far Will Your Money Go?

How your spending power changes when you relocate from Serbia to Nepal.

What does your salary buy?

RSD7,687,914 NPR6,188,664

To maintain the same standard of living in Nepal

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The biggest cost differences at a glance

Restaurants

pay 70.5% less

Groceries

pay 36.2% less

Transportation

pay 21.2% less

Housing

pay 79.3% less

Childcare

pay 72.0% less

Entertainment and Sports

pay 36.0% less

See full cost of living breakdown
Exchange rate: 1 RSD = 1.49 NPR (July 2026)

Data: MyLifeElsewhere's crowdsourced cost of living database, with prices submitted and updated by users worldwide. Exchange rates are refreshed regularly from public sources.

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Key Indicator Comparison

How Serbia and Nepal stack up on safety, healthcare, jobs, and infrastructure.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

RS
1.0
NP
2.1
Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

RS
7.4
NP
28.2

Serbia performs better than Nepal across all safety metrics.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

RS
$2,303
NP
$332
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

affects wait times and access to care

RS
28.4
NP
8.7

Nepal generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Serbia leads in doctors per 10,000 people.

What about the environment?

Air pollution deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people

RS
45.0
NP
76.0

Serbia performs better than Nepal across all environment metrics.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

RS
29.3
NP
4.7
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

RS
5.7%
NP
8.3%

Serbia performs better than Nepal across all infrastructure metrics.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

RS
8.7%
NP
10.7%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

RS
$24,500
NP
$4,700

Serbia performs better than Nepal across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

RS
74.2 yrs
NP
72.4 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

RS
4.8
NP
25.1

Serbia generally does better on family life, though Nepal leads in education spending.

Data: The World Factbook, United Nations SDG Indicators, World Bank

What's the Climate Like?

Monthly averages — select a city to compare.

Belgrade Rain: 26.9 in/yr (683 mm)
62° / 46°F

Avg. annual high / low

Kathmandu Rain: 56.1 in/yr (1425 mm)
77° / 53°F

Avg. annual high / low

Months Belgrade Kathmandu
Jan–Mar 45°/33°F (7°/0°C) 69°/40°F (21°/4°C)
Apr–Jun 71°/53°F (22°/12°C) 82°/59°F (28°/15°C)
Jul–Sep 79°/59°F (26°/15°C) 82°/67°F (28°/19°C)
Oct–Dec 53°/39°F (11°/4°C) 73°/46°F (23°/8°C)
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Month Belgrade Kathmandu
Jan 38°/28°F (3.5°/-2.3°C) 64°/36°F (18.0°/2.1°C)
Feb 44°/32°F (6.4°/-0.2°C) 68°/39°F (20.2°/3.8°C)
Mar 53°/38°F (11.9°/3.3°C) 76°/46°F (24.3°/7.5°C)
Apr 64°/46°F (17.5°/7.8°C) 81°/52°F (27.4°/11.3°C)
May 72°/54°F (22.5°/12.1°C) 83°/60°F (28.2°/15.5°C)
Jun 78°/59°F (25.3°/15.0°C) 83°/66°F (28.3°/19.0°C)
Jul 81°/61°F (27.3°/16.3°C) 82°/68°F (27.7°/20.0°C)
Aug 81°/61°F (27.3°/16.1°C) 82°/67°F (28.0°/19.7°C)
Sep 75°/55°F (23.7°/13.0°C) 81°/65°F (27.2°/18.2°C)
Oct 65°/47°F (18.1°/8.3°C) 78°/55°F (25.8°/13.0°C)
Nov 52°/39°F (11.0°/4.0°C) 73°/45°F (22.7°/7.4°C)
Dec 42°/32°F (5.3°/-0.2°C) 67°/37°F (19.4°/3.0°C)

Data: Republic Hydrometeorological Service of Serbia Republic Hydrometeorological Service of Serbia, Department of Hydrology and meteorology Department of Hydrology and meteorology

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Serbia and Nepal. To live, work, or study long-term in Nepal, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Nepal's immigration authority.

Serbia passport

Serbia passport holder visiting Nepal

Visa on Arrival
Serbia passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Nepal.
Nepal passport

Nepal passport holder visiting Serbia

Visa Required
Nepal passport holders need a visa to enter Serbia.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it cheaper to live in Nepal than Serbia?

Generally yes: Nepal runs about 46% cheaper than Serbia on average, though it depends heavily on the city.

How much money do I need to move to Nepal?

A safe rule of thumb is 3 months of local expenses plus relocation costs. On a RSD7,687,914 comparable salary, that's around NPR1,547,166 in Nepal for everyday spending, before flights, shipping, a rental deposit, and visa fees.

Can I work remotely from Nepal?

With 4.7 fixed broadband subscriptions per 100 people, Nepal can support video calls in major cities. The hard part is paperwork — visa category, employer policy on overseas staff, and tax residency in Serbia and Nepal.

Is Nepal safe for expats?

Serbia performs better than Nepal across all safety metrics. The homicide rate in Nepal is 2.1 per 100,000 people, compared to 1.0 in Serbia.

How is healthcare in Nepal compared to Serbia?

Nepal generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Serbia leads in doctors per 10,000 people. There are 8.7 doctors per 10,000 people in Nepal, compared to 28.4 in Serbia. Nepal scores 54 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Serbia: 72).

What's the weather like in Nepal compared to Serbia?

The average high temperature in Kathmandu is 77°F, compared to 62°F in Belgrade. Kathmandu receives around 56.1 in of rainfall per year, while Belgrade gets 26.9 in.

What language do they speak in Nepal?

The official language in Nepal is Nepali. In Serbia, the official language is Serbian.

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At a Glance

RS NP
Population 6,739,471 30,666,598
Currency Serbian Dinar (RSD) Nepalese Rupee (NPR)
Languages Serbian Nepali
Driving side Right Left
Calling code +381 +977
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 112 100