Nepal Rastra Bank’s Payment Systems Department has issued an official public notice outlining every verified channel through which individuals, organizations, and non-resident Nepalis can contribute to the Prime Minister Disaster Relief Fund (PMDRF). Whether you’re inside Nepal or sending support from abroad, the central bank has laid out clear, secure options — from direct bank deposits to SWIFT transfers, remittance apps, and QR code payments.
Below is a complete breakdown of how to donate, based on the official circular.
1. Donating From Within Nepal
Individuals and institutions located inside Nepal can deposit contributions — in cash, by cheque, or through mobile/internet banking and wallets — directly into any of the following Prime Minister Disaster Relief Fund accounts:
| Bank | Branch | Account Number(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Chartered Bank Nepal | Naxal | 01013243801 / 02013243801 |
| Rastriya Banijya Bank | Putalisadak | 1130100003762001 |
| Everest Bank | Singhadurbar Counter | 00100105200270 / 00101102200012 |
| Nepal Bank | KTM Branch | 00211600510039000003 / 00200100510039000001 |
| Global IME Bank | Sanogaucharan | 00401010000057 / 00411010000005 |
| Nabil Bank | Teendhara | 1710017505285 |
| Agricultural Development Bank | Ramshahpath | 0100201002907014 |
Deposits can also be made via QR code scan directly at any of these banks, making in-person or mobile-banking contributions quick and traceable.
2. Donating From Abroad: Nepali Citizens & Foreign Nationals
Nepal Rastra Bank has also opened multiple international channels so that non-resident Nepalis, foreign citizens, and international organizations can contribute smoothly.
a) SWIFT Bank Transfer
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International donors can wire funds directly via SWIFT to the PMDRF account. Notably, Himalayan Bank’s Hiti Durbar branch accepts donations in US Dollars (SWIFT code HIMANPKA), while the remaining listed banks accept transfers in Nepalese Rupees (NPR):
| Bank | Currency | SWIFT Code |
|---|---|---|
| Himalayan Bank, Hiti Durbar | Dollar | HIMANPKA |
| Standard Chartered Bank Nepal, Naxal | NPR | SCBLNPKA |
| Rastriya Banijya Bank, Putalisadak | NPR | RBBANPKA |
| Everest Bank, Singhadurbar | NPR | EVBLNPKA |
| Nepal Bank, KTM | NPR | NEBLNPKA |
| Global IME Bank, Sanogaucharan | NPR | GLBBNPKA |
| Nabil Bank, Teendhara | NPR | NARBNPKA |
| Agricultural Development Bank, Ramshahpath | NPR | ADBLNPKA |
b) Remittance Channels
Donors abroad can also send contributions through popular remittance apps and services — including GME, Remitly, Wise, and TapTapSend — as well as any remittance partner company currently operating in Nepal. Funds sent this way go directly into the same PMDRF accounts listed above.
c) Payment Card (For Cards Issued Abroad)
Anyone holding a payment card issued outside Nepal can contribute online through either of these official portals:
d) QR Code Payment
Two additional QR-based options are available:
- Alipay+ network wallets can be used to donate via https://pmdrf.nchl.com.np/
- Donors in India can scan the published bank-specific QR codes using UPI (Unified Payment Interface) to transfer funds directly.
A Word of Caution From Nepal Rastra Bank
The notice, signed by Executive Director Nishchal Adhikari, closes with an important reminder: donors should carefully verify the account name and account number before transferring any funds, to avoid sending money to fraudulent or look-alike accounts. Since disaster relief periods often see a spike in scam accounts mimicking legitimate relief funds, always cross-check details against the bank’s official circular or verified government sources before donating.
Why This Matters
Transparent, centrally verified donation channels like these help ensure that funds intended for disaster relief actually reach the Prime Minister Disaster Relief Fund rather than fraudulent intermediaries. If you’re looking to support relief efforts in Nepal, using one of the official channels above — bank deposit, SWIFT transfer, remittance app, payment card, or QR code — is the safest and most direct way to contribute.
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