Nepal Makes Identity Cards Mandatory for Indians Crossing Border

In a major move affecting cross-border travel, Nepal has introduced a new regulation making identity cards compulsory for Indian citizens entering the country. The same rule will also apply to Nepali citizens travelling into India.

Under the new directive, travellers crossing the Indo-Nepal border must now present valid identification documents at designated checkpoints. The decision marks a major change in the traditionally open-border system shared by the two neighbouring nations for decades.

Officials say the move is aimed at strengthening border security, maintaining proper travel records, and preventing illegal activities along the border areas. Authorities are expected to release detailed guidelines regarding the accepted identity documents for travel.

The development has triggered discussions among traders, workers, tourists, and residents living near the border, many of whom frequently travel between the two countries for employment, business, and family visits.

Despite the tighter travel rules, officials from both sides have stressed that the long-standing friendly relationship between India and Nepal remains unchanged.

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