- Home
- About Us
- Expertise
- Areas of Practice
- Compliance & Secretarial Services
- Registration, Incorporation & Joint Ventures
- Due Diligence and Investigations
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Foreign Investment & Technology Transfer
- Project Financing
- Taxation
- Capital Market & Private Equity
- Intellectual Property
- Labour, Employment & Immigration
- Public Procurement
- Litigation & Disputes
- Environment Protection
- Licensing & Regulatory Compliances
- Competition and Antitrust
- International Commerce and Trade
- Liquidation, Insolvency and Restructuring
- Strategic and Commercial Contracts
- Private Law and Estate Planning
- Legal and Policy Advisory in Development Cooperation
- Industries
- Areas of Practice
- Publications
- Our Team
- Contact us
Department of Industry in Nepal requires authorised representatives to carry valid identification when accessing DOI services in person.
What Does the Department of Industry in Nepal Require for In-Person Services?
The Department of Industry (DOI), under the Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Supplies, Government of Nepal, has issued a notice requiring that all persons attending the DOI in person to access its services must be duly authorised representatives of the concerned establishment and must carry valid official identification.
Key Highlights
a) Any person attending the DOI in person to access its services must be one of the following:
- The proprietor or operator of the concerned establishment (firm, company, industry, or business);
- An employee of the concerned establishment; or
- An officially designated representative appointed by the establishment.
b) All such persons must carry a valid official identification document that clearly establishes their identity at the time of the visit.
c) The DOI is not obliged to provide services to individuals who are unrelated to or not authorised by the establishment concerned.
d) This requirement applies to all in-person services accessed at the DOI.
Practical Implications for Non-Compliance
Failure to comply with the identification and authorisation requirements may result in:
- Refusal of service at the DOI counter;
- Delays in completing the required service; or
- The need to arrange for a properly authorised representative with valid identification to attend in place of the original visitor, causing further inconvenience and loss of time.
Establishments are therefore advised to ensure that any person attending the DOI on their behalf is formally authorised in advance and carries the necessary official identification to establish both their identity and their connection to the establishment.

Where Can You Learn More?
Related Resources from Gandhi & Associates
For further information about legal and regulatory services in Nepal, visit:
Official Government Resources
For official information about the Department of Industry in Nepal, visit:
- Department of Industry – Government of Nepal
- Department of Industry – Contact Information
- Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Supplies – Government of Nepal
The official Department of Industry website provides information on DOI services, notices, laws, regulations, and other resources.
Conclusion: What Should Businesses Know About the Department of Industry in Nepal?
Department of Industry in Nepal requires establishments to ensure that authorised representatives carry valid identification when accessing DOI services in person. Businesses should verify the applicable requirements before visiting the DOI.
This article is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice, advertisement, personal communication, solicitation or inducement. No attorney-client relationship is created through this content. Gandhi & Associates assumes no liability for any consequences resulting from actions taken based on information contained herein.
For quick legal assistance
Phone/Viber/WhatsApp: +977 9709035477
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Department of Industry in Nepal requirement for in-person services?
The person visiting the DOI must be an authorised representative of the concerned establishment and carry valid official identification.
Who can attend the Department of Industry on behalf of an establishment?
The proprietor, operator, employee, or officially designated representative of the concerned establishment may attend.
What identification is required for DOI services?
The authorised person must carry valid official identification that clearly establishes their identity.
Can an unrelated person access DOI services for an establishment?
The DOI is not obliged to provide services to individuals unrelated to or unauthorised by the concerned establishment.
What may happen if DOI requirements are not met?
The visitor may face refusal of service, delays, or the need to arrange for a properly authorised representative.