Complete List of Manpower Agencies in Nepal – 2026 directory

Nepal is home to over 1,000 government-licensed manpower recruitment agencies operating under the Department of Foreign Employment (DOFE). This directory lists agencies registered with the Nepal Government, complete with their official license numbers, addresses, and contact details.

Whether you are a foreign employer looking to recruit Nepali workers or a Nepali job seeker trying to verify whether an agency is legitimate, this is the most comprehensive public reference available.

How to use this directory:  To check whether an agency is currently active and licensed, you can cross-reference the license number with the Department of Foreign Employment (DOFE) database.

How to verify a manpower agency in Nepal

Before working with any recruitment agency, foreign employers and job seekers should confirm the agency holds a valid, current license. Here is how:

1. Check the DOFE database — Visit dofe.gov.np and search by agency name or license number. Active licenses are listed there.
2. Look for the license display — All legitimate agencies are required to display their government license certificate visibly at their office premises.
3. Verify the license number format — A genuine Nepal DOFE license number follows the format: [Serial Number]/[Fiscal Year Start]/[Fiscal Year End], for example 762/064/065.
4. Avoid agencies asking for upfront fees from workers — Charging Nepali workers recruitment fees beyond the government-regulated amount is illegal under the Foreign Employment Act, 2007.