Nepalis in Israel
Online Psychiatrist for Nepalis in Israel
Nepalis in Israel include live-in caregivers for older people, agricultural workers and students, and many work far from other Nepalis, often inside one family's home. If you are one of them, Dr. Kushal Kharel and our other doctors can see you by video consultation, in Nepali or English. This page covers the time difference, common pressures and where to turn in an emergency in Israel.
Key takeaways
- Dr. Kushal Kharel, Consultant Psychiatrist and founder of Kathmandu Mental Health Clinic, provides online psychiatry video consultation for Nepalis in Israel.
- Video consultation through Google Meet or WhatsApp video call, or by phone if video is not possible. Nepal is 3 h 45 min ahead of Israel in January and 2 h 45 min ahead of it in July.
- In an emergency in Israel, call 100 (police) · 101 (ambulance) · 102 (fire) now. Crisis line: ERAN 1201. This clinic is not an emergency service.
Nepalis in Israel: life, work and study
Many Nepalis in Israel work as caregivers, living with the person they look after and working long days with few breaks. This can be lonely, and it can be hard to get away for an appointment. A video session from your own room in the evening or on a rest day can be easier than travelling to a clinic.
Living with security alerts and uncertain news can add to worry, for you and for your family in Nepal. Israel changes its clocks in spring and autumn, so the gap with Nepal changes by an hour for part of the year.
Many Nepalis in Israel are far from family for years and cannot easily go home for festivals or emergencies, and Dashain and Tihar can feel especially hard. If you are caring for someone at home, a doctor can also talk with you about the strain and exhaustion that this work brings.
Common pressures for Nepalis in Israel
These are common experiences, not a diagnosis. If several feel familiar and have lasted for weeks, it is worth talking to someone.
- Long working days as a live-in caregiver, with little time off.
- Loneliness, especially when you are the only Nepali in the household or the town.
- Worry about safety, alerts and news, and about your family worrying about you.
- Language barriers, and the strain of caring for someone who is very ill.
- Money, contract and permit worries.
Related guides: stress and burnout, sleep problems and depression.
Time difference between Israel and Nepal
Nepal is at UTC+5:45 all year, with no daylight saving.
| Where you are | In January | In July |
|---|---|---|
| Jerusalem, Tel Aviv and all of Israel | Nepal is 3 h 45 min ahead 8 pm there = 11:45 pm | Nepal is 2 h 45 min ahead 8 pm there = 10:45 pm |
This country changes its clocks, so the gap is different for part of the year. Tell us your city and we will confirm the exact time when you book.
What your local time means in Nepal
Shown for Jerusalem, Tel Aviv and all of Israel.
| Your time | In Nepal, in January | In Nepal, in July |
|---|---|---|
| 7:00 am Early morning, before work or class | 10:45 am | 9:45 am |
| 1:00 pm Lunch break | 4:45 pm | 3:45 pm |
| 6:00 pm After work or class | 9:45 pm | 8:45 pm |
| 9:00 pm Late evening | 12:45 am (next day) | 11:45 pm |
Nepal is 3 h 45 min ahead of Israel in January and 2 h 45 min ahead of it in July. If your only free time is late at night, tell us and we will offer the closest slot we can.
The weekly day of rest, Shabbat, runs from Friday evening to Saturday evening and many services close, so tell us which hours you have to yourself.
Use the time finder to see any Kathmandu time in 12 countries, or read the four booking steps.
If you need urgent help in Israel
Kathmandu Mental Health Clinic is not an emergency service. If you or someone near you is in danger or thinking of ending their life, call the local emergency number now: 100 (police) · 101 (ambulance) · 102 (fire) or the crisis line: ERAN 1201. More helplines by country: findahelpline.com and befrienders.org.
Frequently asked questions
Can I have a video consultation with a Nepali psychiatrist from Israel?
Yes. Dr. Kushal Kharel, founder of Kathmandu Mental Health Clinic and a Consultant Psychiatrist (MD Neuropsychiatry, NMC No. 27199), provides online psychiatry video consultation for Nepalis in Israel through Google Meet or WhatsApp video call, or by phone if video is not possible, in Nepali or English, and Dr. Sunita Lama and Dr. Bhishma K.C. also provide video consultation. Tell us which doctor you prefer when you book on WhatsApp or 9714556408; no referral is needed.
What is the time difference between Israel and Nepal?
Nepal is at UTC+5:45 all year. Jerusalem, Tel Aviv and all of Israel: in January Nepal is 3 h 45 min ahead, in July Nepal is 2 h 45 min ahead.
What should I do if I need urgent help in Israel?
Call the local emergency number now: 100 (police) · 101 (ambulance) · 102 (fire). Crisis line: ERAN 1201. Kathmandu Mental Health Clinic is not an emergency service.
Can you prescribe medicine if I live in Israel?
A prescription from Nepal is generally not valid abroad, so the doctor explains what is possible where you live. Where medicine is needed, we can help you prepare a summary for a doctor in Israel, and we work with therapy and practical strategies in the meantime. A family member in Nepal can arrange payment for you if that is easier; we share the fee when you book.
I am a live-in caregiver in Israel. Can I have a session when the person I care for is asleep?
Yes. Tell us the hours when you have privacy, in Israel time, and we will look for the closest slot. Headphones help you speak freely. If video is not possible, we can continue by phone.
I feel anxious because of the security situation. Can you help?
Yes. Worry, fear and poor sleep are common when you live with alerts and uncertain news, and they are worth talking about. A doctor can help you understand what you are feeling and plan support. If you are in immediate danger, follow local safety instructions and call the emergency numbers on this page.
This guide is general information and does not replace advice from a doctor. If you are worried about your health or someone's safety, seek medical help.
In an emergency: Nepal Police 100 · Ambulance 102 · Suicide prevention helpline 1166. Outside Nepal, call your local emergency number.