Documents Required for Driving License Nepal 2026 (Full Checklist)
The documents required for driving license Nepal services are mostly one core set, with a few extras depending on whether you are applying new, renewing, replacing a lost card, or adding a category. This checklist walks through all four, plus the medical and blood group papers, so you turn up with the right file the first time.
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Documents for a New License Application
First-time applicants- Nepali citizenship certificate — original plus one photocopy, both sides
- Blood group certificate from a hospital or medical center
- Eye / vision test certificate — minimum 0.5 in both eyes, required for Category B and above
- 4 passport-size photos with a white background
- Printed application slip from the portal, with a photo attached and your signature
- Rs 10 revenue stamp for the payment voucher at some offices
Get these ready before you fill the online form. The portal asks you to upload a clear photo of both sides of your citizenship, and a blurry or cropped scan is the most common reason an application is sent back.
Documents for Renewal
Existing license holders- Your current driving license — the smart card or old license being renewed
- Nepali citizenship certificate — original plus one photocopy
- Renewal application form from the portal
- Medical / fitness certificate dated within the last 3 months, where your category requires it
- 1 recent passport-size photo
- Payment receipt for the renewal fee
You still appear in person for a quick biometric check, so the licence holder has to attend even though the form is filled online.
Documents for a Duplicate (Lost / Damaged) License
Replacing a card- Nepali citizenship certificate — original plus one photocopy
- Police report (FIR) — required if the license was lost or stolen
- The damaged card — bring it in if the license is damaged rather than lost
- Duplicate application form from the portal
- Passport-size photos
- Any proof of your license number — an old photocopy or a photo of the license
- Payment receipt for the duplicate fee
Once your record is found, a duplicate is usually quick to process, and your payment receipt works as temporary proof of a valid licence while the replacement card prints.
Documents for Adding a Category
Upgrading your license- Your existing driving license
- Nepali citizenship certificate — original plus one photocopy
- Blood group and medical / eye-test certificate, as your new category requires
- Passport-size photos
- Add-category application form and the payment receipt
You also sit the trial test for the new category, so treat this like a mini application on top of your current license.
Medical Certificate & Blood Group Requirement
Required health papers- Blood group certificate: from any hospital or medical center. Some transport offices arrange it on site.
- Eye / vision test: at least 0.5 vision in both eyes, mandatory for Category B and above, with a color-blindness check for some categories.
- Medical / fitness certificate: where required (renewal and heavy categories), dated within the last 3 months.
Printable Document Checklist (Free Download)
A one-page checklist covering the documents, online steps, and biometric day, with a fee quick-reference. Print it and tick each item before you leave home.
Download PDFFrequently Asked Questions
What documents are required for a new driving license in Nepal?
Your Nepali citizenship certificate (original plus a photocopy), a blood group certificate, an eye/vision test certificate, 4 passport-size photos, and the printed application slip. Category B and above must pass the eye test.
Do I need a medical certificate for a driving license in Nepal?
You need an eye/vision test showing at least 0.5 in both eyes, and a blood group certificate. A fuller medical/fitness certificate, dated within 3 months, is asked for on renewal and for heavy categories.
Is a blood group certificate required?
Yes, for a new license. It comes from any hospital or medical center, and some transport offices arrange it on site.
What documents do I need to renew my driving license?
Your current license, citizenship (original plus copy), the renewal form, a passport photo, the payment receipt, and a medical certificate where your category requires one.
What documents are needed for a duplicate license?
Citizenship (original plus copy), a police report if the license was lost, the damaged card if it is damaged, the duplicate form, photos, and the payment receipt.
Do I bring originals or photocopies?
Bring both. Carry the originals for verification plus one full set of photocopies to submit.
