Nepalis in Italy
Online Psychiatrist for Nepalis in Italy
Nepalis in Italy include workers in restaurants, hotels, factories, care and cleaning, students, and families, with communities in Milan, Rome, Florence and other cities. 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 Italy.
Key takeaways
- Dr. Kushal Kharel, Consultant Psychiatrist and founder of Kathmandu Mental Health Clinic, provides online psychiatry video consultation for Nepalis in Italy.
- Video consultation through Google Meet or WhatsApp video call, or by phone if video is not possible. Nepal is 4 h 45 min ahead of Italy in January and 3 h 45 min ahead of it in July.
- In an emergency in Italy, call 112 now. Crisis line: Telefono Amico 199 284 284. This clinic is not an emergency service.
Nepalis in Italy: life, work and study
Italy has an established Nepali community, and many people work in hospitality, care, cleaning and factories, often with long hours and few days off. Learning Italian, and finding a local doctor who understands your culture, can be hard.
Italy is in the European Union and changes its clocks in spring and autumn.
In Italy, family doctors and public mental health centres, known as Centri di Salute Mentale, are the usual local route to psychiatric care, and language can be a barrier for newcomers. Online sessions in Nepali can help you understand what you are experiencing and what to ask for locally.
Common pressures for Nepalis in Italy
These are common experiences, not a diagnosis. If several feel familiar and have lasted for weeks, it is worth talking to someone.
- Long hours and few days off in hospitality, care and cleaning.
- Language barriers at work and at the doctor.
- Missing family, weddings and festivals at home.
- Money worries, and the pressure to send money home.
- Low mood and poor sleep that build up over time.
Related guides: stress and burnout, sleep problems and depression.
Time difference between Italy and Nepal
Nepal is at UTC+5:45 all year, with no daylight saving.
| Where you are | In January | In July |
|---|---|---|
| Rome and all of Italy | Nepal is 4 h 45 min ahead 8 pm there = 12:45 am (next day) | Nepal is 3 h 45 min ahead 8 pm there = 11:45 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 Rome and all of Italy.
| Your time | In Nepal, in January | In Nepal, in July |
|---|---|---|
| 7:00 am Early morning, before work or class | 11:45 am | 10:45 am |
| 1:00 pm Lunch break | 5:45 pm | 4:45 pm |
| 6:00 pm After work or class | 10:45 pm | 9:45 pm |
| 9:00 pm Late evening | 1:45 am (next day) | 12:45 am (next day) |
Nepal is 4 h 45 min ahead of Italy in January and 3 h 45 min ahead of it in July. Tell us your working hours and days off and we will look for the closest slot.
Use the time finder to see any Kathmandu time in 12 countries, or read the four booking steps.
If you need urgent help in Italy
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: 112 or the crisis line: Telefono Amico 199 284 284. More helplines by country: findahelpline.com and befrienders.org.
Frequently asked questions
Can I have a video consultation with a Nepali psychiatrist from Italy?
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 Italy 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 Italy and Nepal?
Nepal is at UTC+5:45 all year. Rome and all of Italy: in January Nepal is 4 h 45 min ahead, in July Nepal is 3 h 45 min ahead.
What should I do if I need urgent help in Italy?
Call the local emergency number now: 112. Crisis line: Telefono Amico 199 284 284. Kathmandu Mental Health Clinic is not an emergency service.
Can you prescribe medicine if I live in Italy?
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 Italy, 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.
Can my family in Nepal contact you if they are worried about me in Italy?
Yes. They can call or message us to ask questions and arrange an appointment. As an adult, you need to agree to take part yourself, and what you share stays private unless you decide otherwise.
Is there a helpline in Italy?
Telefono Amico Italia (199 284 284) offers confidential listening, and 112 is the emergency number. If you are in immediate danger, call 112.
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.