Kathmandu, Nov. 28 -- The government is set to launch the Foreign Nationals Management Information System (FNMIS) on January 1, 2026, after a two-month delay. The digital platform is designed to track foreign nationals visiting Nepal on tourist visas.While the system will facilitate systematic registration and monitoring of all foreign visitors, it aims to enhance security, streamline data sharing, and improve tourism management by requiring hotels, airlines, travel agencies and money exchangers to integrate with it.

The real-time tracking system will also send automated reminders about visa expiry dates, extension procedures, and compliance requirements. The system is expected to improve visitor safety, particularly in remote areas.

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