Moving to Nepal from Suriname

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What to Expect

Everything you need to know before relocating from Suriname to Nepal — costs, safety, healthcare, and practical first steps.

If you moved from Suriname to Nepal, and you’d need to navigate life in Nepali. Expect a noticeable climate shift — Kathmandu averages 77°F vs 92°F in Paramaribo, making it significantly cooler.

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Key Indicator Comparison

Key indicators for anyone considering a move from Suriname to Nepal.

Is it safe?

Homicide rate United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

per 100,000 people per year

SR
7.3
NP
2.1
Road traffic deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

per 100,000 people per year

SR
16.2
NP
28.2

Suriname generally does better on safety, though Nepal leads in homicide rate.

How's the healthcare?

Healthcare spending per person World Bank, 2023

annual government + private spending per person

SR
$1,143
NP
$332
Doctors per 10,000 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

affects wait times and access to care

SR
14.8
NP
8.7

Suriname generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Nepal leads in healthcare spending per person.

What about the environment?

Air pollution deaths United Nations SDG Indicators, 2019

deaths attributable to air pollution per 100k people

SR
39.0
NP
76.0
CO₂ emissions per capita World Bank, 2024

tonnes of CO₂ emitted per person per year

SR
4.1t
NP
0.5t

Suriname generally does better on environment, though Nepal leads in co₂ emissions per capita.

Will I have good infrastructure?

Broadband per 100 people United Nations SDG Indicators, 2022

fixed broadband subscriptions — key for remote work

SR
20.2
NP
4.7
Water stress level United Nations SDG Indicators, 2021

higher means greater strain on freshwater supply

SR
4.0%
NP
8.3%

Suriname 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

SR
7.7%
NP
10.7%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2023

a broad measure of economic output per person

SR
$19,000
NP
$4,700

Suriname 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

SR
72.4 yrs
NP
72.4 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

SR
30.2
NP
25.1

Suriname generally does better on family life, though Nepal leads in infant mortality.

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

What's the Climate Like?

Monthly averages — select a city to compare.

Paramaribo Rain: 84.6 in/yr (2148 mm)
92° / 72°F

Avg. annual high / low

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

Avg. annual high / low

Months Paramaribo Kathmandu
Jan–Mar 89°/71°F (32°/22°C) 69°/40°F (21°/4°C)
Apr–Jun 91°/73°F (33°/23°C) 82°/59°F (28°/15°C)
Jul–Sep 93°/73°F (34°/23°C) 82°/67°F (28°/19°C)
Oct–Dec 94°/73°F (34°/23°C) 73°/46°F (23°/8°C)
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Month Paramaribo Kathmandu
Jan 89°/71°F (31.8°/21.6°C) 64°/36°F (18.0°/2.1°C)
Feb 88°/71°F (31.3°/21.6°C) 68°/39°F (20.2°/3.8°C)
Mar 90°/71°F (32.1°/21.8°C) 76°/46°F (24.3°/7.5°C)
Apr 91°/73°F (32.6°/22.6°C) 81°/52°F (27.4°/11.3°C)
May 91°/73°F (32.9°/22.7°C) 83°/60°F (28.2°/15.5°C)
Jun 92°/72°F (33.2°/22.5°C) 83°/66°F (28.3°/19.0°C)
Jul 92°/72°F (33.5°/22.5°C) 82°/68°F (27.7°/20.0°C)
Aug 93°/73°F (34.1°/22.7°C) 82°/67°F (28.0°/19.7°C)
Sep 94°/73°F (34.7°/22.9°C) 81°/65°F (27.2°/18.2°C)
Oct 95°/73°F (35.1°/22.9°C) 78°/55°F (25.8°/13.0°C)
Nov 94°/73°F (34.3°/22.6°C) 73°/45°F (22.7°/7.4°C)
Dec 92°/72°F (33.4°/22.5°C) 67°/37°F (19.4°/3.0°C)

Data: Meteorological Service Meteorological Service, Department of Hydrology and meteorology Department of Hydrology and meteorology

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Suriname 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.

Suriname passport

Suriname passport holder visiting Nepal

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

Nepal passport holder visiting Suriname

Visa Online (e-Visa)
Nepal passport holders need to apply for an e-Visa before travelling to Suriname.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Nepal?

Internet is rarely the blocker — Nepal has 4.7 fixed broadband subscriptions per 100 people. The real questions are legal: digital nomad visa eligibility, your employer's overseas-work policy, and tax residency in both countries.

Is Nepal safe for expats?

Suriname generally does better on safety, though Nepal leads in homicide rate. The homicide rate in Nepal is 2.1 per 100,000 people, compared to 7.3 in Suriname.

How is healthcare in Nepal compared to Suriname?

Suriname generally does better on health & wellbeing, though Nepal leads in healthcare spending per person. There are 8.7 doctors per 10,000 people in Nepal, compared to 14.8 in Suriname. Nepal scores 54 on the WHO universal health coverage index (Suriname: 63).

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

The average high temperature in Kathmandu is 77°F, compared to 92°F in Paramaribo. Kathmandu receives around 56.1 in of rainfall per year, while Paramaribo gets 84.6 in.

What language do they speak in Nepal?

The official language in Nepal is Nepali. In Suriname, the official language is Dutch.

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At a Glance

SR NP
Population 632,638 30,666,598
Currency Surinamese Dollar (SRD) Nepalese Rupee (NPR)
Languages Dutch Nepali
Driving side Left Left
Calling code +597 +977
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 100