Best freelance, gig and earning platforms in Nepal
PayPal is send-only in Nepal: its Nepal fee schedule lists only a charge for sending international payments, with no receiving or withdrawal options. Upwork, however, pays directly to Nepali bank accounts in rupees (NPR) through Direct to Local Bank for USD 0.99 per withdrawal, while Fiverr pays only through PayPal or Payoneer. Locally, eSewa charges NPR 10 per bank transfer, and Khalti, now merged with IME Pay, serves more than 10 million users. Pathao has offered bike rides in Nepal since 2018, later adding cars and food delivery, while Foodmandu delivers food in Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan and Butwal and Bhojdeals delivers food and groceries. Daraz runs a Nepali marketplace open to sellers, Hamrobazaar hosts classifieds, and Yaha Chha is a freelancing platform built for Nepal. Practical tip: set up Upwork's NPR bank withdrawal early, since a new method only becomes active after three days and the bank account name must match your verified Upwork name.
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Nepal at a glance
Platform types: 2 payment receiving platforms, 2 ride platforms, 2 big marketplaces, 2 delivery platforms, 1 shipping gig platform, 1 marketplace, 1 remote job board, 1 freelance site, 1 task platform and 1 tutoring platform
How they pay out: Bank transfer (3)
On this page: Local platforms (14) How to get paid (3 confirmed) Global platforms that accept you (39)
Local platforms in Nepal, compared
| Platform | Type | Fees / commission | Pays via | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|
eSewa
|
Digital wallet | Most services free, bank withdrawal NPR 10 | Bank transfer, agent points | 2009 |
Khalti
|
Digital wallet | Mostly free wallet payments | — | 2017 |
Pathao
|
Super-app platform | 10-15% commission on bike rides | Bank transfer, Mobile banking (bKash) | 2015 |
Daraz
|
Online marketplace | Category commission ~0-20% + 2.25-3.09% payment fee by country + per-item handling fee | Bank transfer (local), bKash merchant account (Bangladesh) | 2012 |
inDrive
|
Ride-hailing company | Service fee about 10-13% of the fare (varies by city), negotiated fares | Cash from passengers (service fee paid from an in-app balance) | 2013 |
Foodmandu
|
Food delivery app | — | — | 2010 |
Bhojdeals
|
Food delivery app | — | — | 2015 |
Upaya
|
Courier and logistics | Drivers paid per trip or delivery | — | 2019 |
Hamrobazaar
|
Classifieds marketplace | Free listings - no selling fee | Cash in person / direct arrangement | 2005 |
Sastodeal
|
Online marketplace | Commission per transaction | — | 2011 |
Merojob
|
Job board | Free for job seekers | — | 2009 |
Yaha Chha
|
Freelance marketplace | Subscription and boost plans, 0% client fee | Khalti digital wallet | 2024 |
Sajilo Sewa
|
Local services marketplace | — | — | 2017 |
Prosikshya
|
Tutoring platform | — | — | 2023 |
eSewaNepal leading digital wallet where users receive payments and pay merchants.
esewa.com.np37 viewsKhaltiA Nepali digital wallet and payment gateway for receiving money and paying bills.
khalti.com44 viewsPathaoBangladesh leading super-app for ridesharing, food delivery, courier, and e-commerce logistics, with hundreds of thousands of rider partners…
pathao.com45 viewsDarazSouth Asia leading marketplace (Alibaba Group) with 550,000+ active sellers across Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Nepal. Open seller r…
daraz.com45 viewsinDriveThe negotiation-based ride-hailing app - passengers offer a fare and drivers counter. The second most downloaded ride app worldwide, in 48 c…
indrive.com944 viewsFoodmanduWork as a delivery rider for Nepal pioneer food-delivery platform.
foodmandu.com42 viewsBhojdealsDeliver food and groceries as a rider across Nepal major cities.
bhojdeals.com48 viewsUpayaSign up as a delivery partner for parcel and on-demand logistics nationwide.
upaya.com.np44 viewsHamrobazaarList new and used items free to sell to buyers - Nepal number-one classifieds.
hamrobazaar.com39 viewsSastodealRegister as a marketplace seller to list and sell products nationwide.
sastodeal.com43 viewsMerojobCreate a jobseeker profile to find and apply for jobs, including remote work.
merojob.com39 viewsYaha ChhaBid on local and remote gigs (design, dev, writing, offline services) in Nepal.
yahachha.com43 viewsSajilo SewaJoin as a verified technician (plumbing, electrical, IT, cleaning) for doorstep jobs.
sajilosewa.com43 viewsProsikshyaCreate a tutor profile to teach students online or in person.
prosikshya.com45 viewsHow to get paid in Nepal
Payment services whose official country lists include Nepal. Check that the platform you join pays out to at least one of them, or to a local bank.
PayPalNot available in Pakistan or Bangladesh, and in some listed countries accounts may only send or cannot withdraw locally, so check in the app.
KhaltiYou'll need: A smartphone
KYC needed above Rs 5,000 and takes up to 48 hours, receives international remittance, merging with IME Pay.
PaddleFor software and digital products only, individuals can sell, and payouts go monthly by wire or Payoneer once you reach $100.
Not available for receiving money in Nepal: Lemon Squeezy, NayaPay, bKash, CIH Bank, Mercado Pago, M-Pesa, PayPay, Paytm, Mollie, SadaPay, Razorpay, Stripe, Bancontact Pay, PicPay, Tikkie, Paystack, Midtrans, MoMo, MTN MoMo, PayMongo, AlipayHK, ChapChap, Nequi, Tenpo, TrueMoney, Yoco, Chipper Cash, dLocal, Easypaisa, OPay, Telebirr, ExpressPay, GCash, Fawry, JazzCash, Revolut, Xendit, Zalopay, CashPlus, Monobank, Square, Yape, Maya, Vipps, Wave, Daviplata, Flutterwave, Hubtel, Toss, Uala, Grey, Wise.
Global platforms that accept people in Nepal
Each one's official sign-up or terms pages list the countries it accepts, and Nepal is on the list. Check them against your age and what you have →
Freelance sites 6
UpworkYou'll need: A computer
You need a verified ID, an approved profile and a tax form (W-8BEN outside the US) before withdrawing. Crimea, Donetsk and Luhansk are also restricted.
FiverrYou'll need: A computer
Fiverr can ask any seller for a government ID to confirm you are 18+, and PayPal withdrawals arrive in about 24 hours with a $1 minimum.
ToptalYou'll need: A computer, Good English, A skills test
Fewer than 3 percent pass the English interview, skills tests, live screening and 1-3 week test project.
GuruYou'll need: A computer
Free Basic plan gives 10 bids a month with a 9 percent job fee, paid plans from $11.95/mo add bids and lower fees.
PeoplePerHourYou'll need: A computer
Profiles are reviewed within 2 business days and new earnings clear 14 days after the invoice is approved.
FreelancerYou'll need: A computer
Identity verification is required before withdrawing, and your first withdrawal can be held up to 15 days.
Music distribution platforms 4
AmuseThere is no free plan now, the cheapest Artist plan costs $23.99 a year.
CD BabyOne-time $9.99 per single or $14.99 per album, payout within 15 business days of hitting your $25 default threshold, W-9 or W-8 required.
DistroKidAges 13-17 need parent or guardian consent, and you pay the annual fee by credit card.
TuneCoreAges 13-17 need parent consent, artists outside the US sign with Believe International instead of TuneCore.
Ride platforms 3
inDriveYou'll need: A smartphone, A car, A driver's licence
Operates in about 48 countries, and drivers can counter the passenger's offered fare in the app.
UberYou'll need: A smartphone, A car, A driver's licence, Vehicle insurance, A background check
US drivers must meet the local minimum age and need 1 year of US driving experience (3 years if under 25).
PathaoYou'll need: A smartphone, A motorbike or scooter, A driver's licence
You need an Android phone, a valid licence and bike registration papers, and must attend a training session.
Stock marketplaces 2
ShutterstockYou'll need: A tax ID number
You need an approved tax form before any payout, and contributors in some countries face a 90-day waiting period.
EnvatoYou'll need: A portfolio or work samples, A tax ID number
New author applications are paused until further notice, when open they need portfolio review (about 30 days), tax info and an ID check.
Tutoring platforms 2
PreplyYou'll need: A computer, A webcam, A headset
Profiles reviewed within 3 business days, no certificate needed, but the first trial lesson with each new student pays 100% commission.
CamblyYou'll need: A computer, A webcam, Native-level language skills, Good English
No degree or certificate needed but tutors must be native English speakers and cannot tutor from California, Massachusetts or New Jersey.
Template marketplaces 2
CodeCanyonOfficial Envato author help blocked automated reading (HTTP 403) so eligibility could not be verified.
ThemeForestOfficial Envato author help blocked automated reading (HTTP 403) so eligibility could not be verified.
Print-on-demand platforms 2
RedbubbleYou'll need: A computer
Paid monthly by the 15th once you pass the payment threshold, via PayPal or bank transfer (US, AU and UK banks), and inactive accounts can be charged a fee.
ZazzleYou'll need: A computer, A PayPal account
Royalties are paid by PayPal (from $50) or check (from $100) within 45 days after month end, and tax forms are needed.
Bug bounty platforms 2
HackerOneYou'll need: A computer
Under 18 needs parental consent, and payouts need a Veriff ID check plus an approved tax form.
BugcrowdYou'll need: A computer
A Jumio ID check is required before reporting to managed programs, and payouts need a tax form plus bank transfer or PayPal.
Mentorship platforms 2
Clarity.fmExpert applications are reviewed on background, demand and profile completeness, and Clarity keeps a 15% fee on every call.
ADPListMentoring is unpaid volunteer work, applicants need 5+ years of industry experience and only about 30% are approved.
Photography gig platforms 2
FlytographerYou'll need: A camera, A portfolio or work samples, Good English
Needs 2+ years of paid lifestyle photography experience and conversational English, and only about 3% of applicants are accepted.
LocalgrapherYou'll need: A camera, A portfolio or work samples, Good English
Needs 3+ years of experience, professional gear with backups, very good English, and you must live in the destination you shoot.
Passive income apps 2
HoneygainMust be 18+ on your own home network (no shared or work networks) and payouts start at a $20 minimum.
GrassYou'll need: A computer
Terms bar minors and sanctioned regions (list not itemised) and rewards are points or tokens with no promised cash value.
Course platforms 2
SkillshareYou'll need: A computer, A portfolio or work samples
First-time teachers must be approved (English-language applications only) and earnings are forfeited while Tipalti payment setup is incomplete.
TeachableYou'll need: A computer, A bank account
No free plan (7-day trial), the Starter plan adds a 7.5% transaction fee, payouts can arrive within minutes of a sale.
Ticket resale platforms 2
viagogoOfficial pages blocked automated reading so eligibility is unverified.
StubHubOfficial seller pages blocked automated reading so eligibility is unverified.
Social platforms 1
YouTubeYou'll need: An existing audience
Partner Program needs 1,000 subscribers plus 4,000 watch hours (12 months) or 10M Shorts views (90 days), and an AdSense account.
Prize competitions 1
TopcoderYou'll need: A computer
Quebec, Crimea, Donetsk and Luhansk are also barred, winners pass an ID check and file a W-9 or W-8BEN, prizes paid within 90 days.
Microtask sites 1
Amazon Mechanical TurkYou'll need: A computer, A tax ID number
MTurk is closing on September 30 2026, so new workers should not sign up, and US persons living abroad were never supported.
Marketplaces 1
GrailedYou'll need: A smartphone
Must be 16+ (18 in China) and pass a Persona government ID check, and you must connect a payment account before listing.
Creator platforms 1
PatreonYou'll need: A tax ID number
Under 18 needs a parent or guardian's permission, and you must give tax info or Patreon may withhold tax.
Big marketplaces 1
eBayYou'll need: A bank account
New private sellers get funds 2 to 7 days after delivery, and payouts go to a checking account or debit card, not PayPal.
Not available to people in Nepal (79)
Their official pages list the countries they accept, and Nepal isn't one of them right now: Coople, Superprof, Bolt, GoStudent, Glovo, Angkas, Swagbucks, Hipcamp, Outschool, Tutor.com, Prolific, bol, Airtasker, Awign, Rappi, GitHub Sponsors, Lalamove, iFood, Instacart, Bykea, Jumia, Substack, Grab, Mrsool, Deliveroo, Uklon, 1111 Job Bank, Bark, Belay, foodpanda, Gumroad, Kickstarter, Lyft, Shopee, Talabat, TaskRabbit, DoorDash, Flipkart, Gojek, MercadoLibre, Talkspace, Zomato, Boldly, Lazada, Snapchat, Urban Company, Varsity Tutors, Vinted, Daraz, DiDi, Getir, Thumbtack, TikTok, Turo, 104 Job Bank, Etsy, Liberapay, Medium, Ola, Swiggy, Allegro, Depop, Poshmark, Whatnot, Grubhub, StockX, Wolt, Amazon Flex, BetterHelp, Getaround, Coupang, Kiva, Mercari, Rover, Ghost, OfferUp, Vivid Seats, Walmart Marketplace, GoFundMe.
Frequently asked questions
What are the best freelance and gig platforms in Nepal?
Upwork for international freelance work with direct NPR bank payouts, Yaha Chha for local freelancing, Pathao for bike rides, car rides and food delivery, Foodmandu and Bhojdeals for delivery, and Daraz or Hamrobazaar for selling products.
How do freelancers in Nepal get paid by international clients?
Upwork pays to Nepali bank accounts in NPR via Direct to Local Bank for USD 0.99 per withdrawal, and also offers Payoneer and US dollar wire transfer (USD 50). Fiverr pays only through PayPal or Payoneer and advises checking each provider's coverage in your country before withdrawing.
Does PayPal work in Nepal?
Not for receiving. PayPal's fee schedule for Nepal lists only a fee for sending international payments, with no receiving or withdrawal options, so it is not a way to collect client payments. Upwork's NPR bank payouts are the documented alternative for freelancers working through that platform.
Can people in Nepal work on Upwork and Fiverr?
Yes on Upwork, which lists Nepal (NPR) for Direct to Local Bank withdrawals and requires the account name to match your verified Upwork name. Fiverr only pays out through PayPal or Payoneer, and because PayPal is send-only in Nepal, confirm Payoneer availability first. Fiverr sellers must be 18 or older to withdraw.
Which ride-hailing and delivery apps can you work for in Nepal?
Pathao has operated in Nepal since September 2018, adding car rides in 2019 and food delivery in 2020, in cities including Kathmandu, Pokhara and Chitwan. Foodmandu delivers in Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan and Butwal, and Bhojdeals offers food and grocery delivery.