Nepalese consular representation in South Australia
Nepal Consulate in Adelaide
Find current contact details, appointment information, location and consular guidance for the Consulate of Nepal in South Australia.
Contact information
Contact the Nepal Consulate in Adelaide
Use the current official details below to contact the Consulate of Nepal in South Australia.
Appointment required: DFAT lists the Consulate as operating by appointment only and specifically requests telephone calls rather than text messages.
Location
Where is the Nepal Consulate in Adelaide?
The Consulate of Nepal in South Australia is located at 325 Hampstead Road, Northfield, in metropolitan Adelaide.
Before travelling: arrange an appointment by telephone before going to the Northfield address.
About the mission
About the Nepal Consulate in Adelaide
The Nepal Consulate in Adelaide provides honorary consular representation for Nepal in South Australia.
The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade officially designates the post as the Consulate of Nepal. Although the mission is headed by an Honorary Consul, its official DFAT mission type is Consulate.
Mr Dipak Dhamala is the Honorary Consul of Nepal in South Australia. DFAT records his appointment from 1 June 2013.
The Adelaide Consulate forms part of Nepal’s wider diplomatic and consular representation in Australia, headed by the Embassy of Nepal in Canberra.
Consular assistance
Consular services
The Adelaide office is an honorary consular post. Contact the Consulate before beginning a formal procedure to confirm whether the service you require can be handled locally.
Assistance for Nepalese citizens
Nepalese citizens in South Australia can contact the Honorary Consul for appropriate local guidance and assistance within the scope of the honorary post.
Consular enquiries
The Consulate can provide local guidance on Nepalese consular matters and direct enquiries to the Embassy of Nepal in Canberra when professional consular processing is required.
Local representation
The Honorary Consul provides an official local point of contact for Nepal and supports Nepal’s consular presence in South Australia.
Formal procedures: do not assume that passport renewals, citizenship matters, document verification or other formal applications can be completed through the honorary Consulate in Adelaide. Confirm the appropriate procedure before submitting documents.
Visitor arrangements
Appointments at the Nepal Consulate
The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade currently lists the Adelaide Consulate as operating by appointment only.
DFAT specifically states “Call only – no text”. Use one of the published telephone numbers to arrange an appointment rather than sending an SMS.
No general walk-in hours are published: arrange your visit directly with the Consulate before travelling to Northfield.
Consular district
Jurisdiction of the Nepal Consulate in Adelaide
The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade lists the Consulate’s jurisdiction as South Australia.
Nepalese citizens and other people seeking appropriate local consular guidance in South Australia can contact the Adelaide honorary Consulate.
For procedures requiring professional diplomatic or consular processing, contact the Embassy of Nepal in Canberra and follow its current instructions.
Planning your visit
Before visiting the Nepal Consulate
Arrange your appointment and confirm that the Adelaide office can assist with your particular matter before travelling.
Call for an appointment
The Consulate operates by appointment only. DFAT specifically asks visitors to call rather than send text messages.
Check the service
Confirm whether your enquiry can be handled locally or whether the Embassy of Nepal in Canberra is responsible for the procedure.
Prepare your documents
Ask which identification, forms and supporting documents are required before attending the Consulate.
Frequently asked questions
Nepal Consulate in Adelaide
Is there a Nepal Consulate in Adelaide?
Yes. The Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade officially lists the Consulate of Nepal in South Australia.
Where is the Nepal Consulate in Adelaide?
The Consulate is located at 325 Hampstead Road, Northfield, SA 5085, Australia.
How can I contact the Nepal Consulate in Adelaide?
DFAT currently lists two mobile numbers: +61 430 488 222 and +61 434 486 000.
Do I need an appointment?
Yes. DFAT currently lists the Consulate as operating by appointment only.
Can I text the Nepal Consulate to make an appointment?
DFAT specifically states “Call only – no text”, so use one of the published telephone numbers to arrange your appointment.
Who is the Honorary Consul of Nepal in Adelaide?
Mr Dipak Dhamala is the Honorary Consul of Nepal in South Australia.
Which area does the Nepal Consulate in Adelaide cover?
DFAT lists the Consulate’s jurisdiction as South Australia.
Is the Adelaide Consulate an honorary post?
Yes. The mission is headed by an Honorary Consul, while DFAT officially designates the mission itself as the Consulate of Nepal.
Can I renew a Nepalese passport at the Adelaide Consulate?
Do not assume that passport renewals can be completed through the honorary Consulate. Contact the Consulate or the Embassy of Nepal in Canberra to confirm the current passport procedure.
Should I contact the Embassy in Canberra for formal consular services?
Some formal Nepalese consular procedures are handled by the Embassy in Canberra. Contact the Adelaide Consulate first if you are unsure which office is responsible for your particular matter.