Jan 30, Kathmandu - The Nepalese Embassy in Washington, D.C. has issued a warning to Nepali nationals residing in the United States, urging them not to submit false information or misrepresentations to avail themselves of benefits provided by the U.S. government. The embassy emphasized that such actions could jeopardize their visas and legal status.

In a statement released on Thursday, the embassy requested all Nepali residents in the U.S. to refrain from abusing benefits such as affordable healthcare, housing assistance, family support, and educational aid by providing incorrect details or engaging in illegal activities.

The embassy clarified that foreign nationals in the U.S. for study, tourism, employment, business, or family visits should not submit false information to obtain these benefits. It warned that individuals involved in such activities could face direct consequences, including visa or green card cancellations, as confirmed by U.S. authorities.

According to the embassy, data indicates that a significant number of Nepali nationals traveling to the U.S. in 2024 have been relying on these benefits, which has led the U.S. government to issue a public notice restricting certain privileges for Nepali travelers.

Additionally, the embassy pointed out that some Nepali individuals on B1/B2 visas have overstayed or engaged in employment or activities different from their visa purpose. Based on these issues, the U.S. government has implemented a new policy requiring visa applicants to deposit a security amount ranging from $5,000 to $15,000, effective from January 21, 2026.

The embassy warned that such actions could negatively impact Nepal's relationship with the U.S. regarding visa policies, making future visa approvals more difficult for Nepali citizens and damaging the country's international reputation.