Land-based casinos

Nepalese casinos operate on a tourist model: licensed halls are located at large hotels and are available only to foreigners (passport verification is required at the entrance).

Nepalese citizens are prohibited from entering, fines are provided for violations.

Geography is concentrated in Kathmandu, Pokhara and border towns with an intense flow of visitors from India.

The format is mixed: tables (baccarat, roulette, blackjack, Indian games) and video slots/ETG, focus on the service for tourists and MICE.

Operators pay licenses and annual royalties, comply with security, video surveillance, AML/KYC and responsible play requirements.

For guests, there are cash procedures, non-cash payment methods for hotel services and minimal advertising activity outside tourist areas.

The general vector is support for tourism with strict discipline of access and compliance.