Startup Legal Basics

Build Your Business, Legally

Starting a business is exciting—but overlooking legal steps can cost you time, money, and peace of mind. That’s why we created the Business & Startup Legal Essentials category: to help entrepreneurs and small business owners in Nepal stay legally protected from day one.

At Notary Kathmandu, we work with startups, SMEs, freelancers, and investors daily. And we’ve seen the same pattern: great ideas getting delayed—or derailed—because basic legal steps were skipped or misunderstood.

This section is your go-to hub for understanding those essentials, without the legal fluff.

What This Category Covers

In this blog category, we break down:

• Legal documents every startup needs (and why)

• Company registration requirements in Nepal

• Partnership agreements and MOUs

• How to notarize business contracts

• Protecting your business name and IP

• Understanding tax, compliance, and licenses

• How to hire legally – contracts, terms, and protections

• NRN or foreign founder guidance for Nepal-based businesses

We’re focused on practical content—things you can apply today to keep your business legally sound.

Why This Matters

Nepal's business environment is growing fast—but with it comes evolving rules, unclear procedures, and legal grey areas. Without proper guidance, even small oversights can lead to penalties, contract issues, or ownership disputes.

By following this category, you’ll:

• Save time figuring out legal steps

• Avoid common registration and compliance errors

• Draft stronger contracts

• Make smarter legal decisions as you grow

• Know when to consult a lawyer (and when you don’t have to)

Who This Is For

This category is perfect for:

• First-time founders

• Freelancers turning side hustles into companies

• Small business owners scaling up

• NRNs or foreign investors setting up in Nepal

• Anyone navigating business law without a legal team

Whether you're still validating your idea or already running your first team, these articles will help you stay legally prepared and confident.

Stay Ahead, Legally

Bookmark this section and check back often—we’re constantly updating it with legal tips, how-to guides, and must-know updates for Nepal's business landscape.

And if you’re unsure where to start? Contact our legal team—we’ll guide you from paperwork to protection.