State Dept Keeps Nepal at Level 2 After Unrest
Nationwide demonstrations that began in September have ended, but protests can still erupt with little notice.
The State Department is maintaining its Level 2 travel advisory for Nepal, citing civil unrest as the primary concern even as nationwide demonstrations that began in September 2025 have concluded and the security environment has stabilized.
According to the advisory, protests and localized disruptions remain possible throughout the country, especially in urban areas. The department warns that demonstrations can materialize with minimal advance notice and have the potential to escalate into violence quickly.
A Level 2 advisory urges Americans to exercise increased caution when traveling to the destination but falls short of recommending they reconsider travel altogether, which would trigger a Level 3 designation. The guidance instructs travelers to avoid large gatherings and comply with directives from local authorities.
The State Department notes that certain areas of Nepal carry elevated risk beyond the baseline Level 2 rating, though the advisory text does not specify which regions face higher threat levels or what those threats entail.
Nepal has faced periodic bouts of political turbulence in recent years, with street protests sometimes disrupting transportation networks and daily operations in Kathmandu and other major cities. The conclusion of the September demonstrations suggests the immediate trigger for unrest has been resolved, but the advisory's continuation signals ongoing volatility in the security picture.
Travelers planning trips to Nepal should monitor local news, register with the State Department's Smart Traveler Enrollment Program, and confirm that their itineraries account for possible road closures or service interruptions tied to future demonstrations.
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