Teach English in Kathmandu

Nepal · Southern Asia · Asia

Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal and a key destination for English teachers in Southern Asia. English teaching demand across Nepal is medium with typical salaries in the region of USD 400–800/mo.

Typical salary

USD 400–800/mo

Salary note

Very low cost of living

Demand

Medium

Region

Southern Asia

Teach English in Kathmandu

Kathmandu can offer opportunities for English teachers across language schools, private academies, schools, tutoring, and online teaching routes. As the capital of Nepal, Kathmandu typically offers the highest concentration of teaching roles in the country.

Salaries in Kathmandu typically range from USD 400–800/mo. Very low cost of living.Practical TEFL preparation can help you discuss lesson planning, classroom management, and teaching skills more confidently.

What to check before applying

✓Whether the employer asks for a TEFL/TESOL certificate and how many study hours they expect

✓Whether the role, visa route, or school requires a degree or previous teaching experience

✓English proficiency, nationality, age, or document rules that may apply to the role

✓Passport validity and work-authorisation requirements for Nepal

✓Background check, references, health checks, or document legalisation requirements

✓Current official rules, because requirements can change by country, city, employer, and season

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