Nepalis in Myanmar
Online Psychiatrist for Nepalis in Myanmar
Nepalis in Myanmar include long-settled Nepali-speaking families, some of them for generations, as well as people who work, study or run businesses there. 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 Myanmar.
Key takeaways
- Dr. Kushal Kharel, Consultant Psychiatrist and founder of Kathmandu Mental Health Clinic, provides online psychiatry video consultation for Nepalis in Myanmar.
- Video consultation through Google Meet or WhatsApp video call, or by phone if video is not possible. Nepal is 45 min behind Myanmar.
- In an emergency in Myanmar, call 199 (police) · 192 (ambulance) · 191 (fire) now. This clinic is not an emergency service.
Nepalis in Myanmar: life, work and study
Myanmar has a long-settled Nepali-speaking community, and some families have lived there for generations. In some areas, internet and electricity can be unreliable, which can make video calls difficult. If that happens, we can continue by phone call.
Myanmar uses one time zone all year, with no clock changes. It is a little ahead of Nepal.
Distance, unreliable communication and uncertainty about the future can leave people feeling cut off from family in Nepal. A regular call time with family, when the network allows, can help, and we can arrange sessions at times when your connection is usually strongest.
Common pressures for Nepalis in Myanmar
These are common experiences, not a diagnosis. If several feel familiar and have lasted for weeks, it is worth talking to someone.
- Uncertainty and worry about safety and news.
- Unreliable internet or power, which makes it hard to stay in touch.
- Missing family, or being far from Nepal for years.
- Money and work worries.
- Low mood, worry and poor sleep.
Related guides: stress and burnout, sleep problems and depression.
Time difference between Myanmar and Nepal
Nepal is at UTC+5:45 all year, with no daylight saving.
| Where you are | Time difference | Evening example |
|---|---|---|
| Yangon, Mandalay and all of Myanmar | Nepal is 45 min behind | 8 pm there = 7:15 pm in Nepal |
The clocks in this country do not change during the year, and Nepal has no daylight saving either, so the gap stays the same.
What your local time means in Nepal
Shown for Yangon, Mandalay and all of Myanmar.
| Your time | Time in Nepal |
|---|---|
| 7:00 am Early morning, before work or class | 6:15 am |
| 1:00 pm Lunch break | 12:15 pm |
| 6:00 pm After work or class | 5:15 pm |
| 9:00 pm Late evening | 8:15 pm |
Nepal is 45 min behind Myanmar. If the internet is often unstable, tell us the hours when it is usually best and we will plan around them.
Use the time finder to see any Kathmandu time in 12 countries, or read the four booking steps.
If you need urgent help in Myanmar
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: 199 (police) · 192 (ambulance) · 191 (fire). We could not confirm a national crisis line for Myanmar, so for other services see the sites below. More helplines by country: findahelpline.com and befrienders.org.
Frequently asked questions
Can I have a video consultation with a Nepali psychiatrist from Myanmar?
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 Myanmar 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 Myanmar and Nepal?
Nepal is at UTC+5:45 all year. Yangon, Mandalay and all of Myanmar: Nepal is 45 min behind.
What should I do if I need urgent help in Myanmar?
Call the local emergency number now: 199 (police) · 192 (ambulance) · 191 (fire). Kathmandu Mental Health Clinic is not an emergency service.
Can you prescribe medicine if I live in Myanmar?
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 Myanmar, 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 I have a session if the internet or electricity is unreliable?
Yes. If video keeps failing, we can continue by phone call. Share a backup number when you book and, if you can, a time of day when the connection is usually more stable.
Are the emergency numbers answered in English in Myanmar?
The emergency lines (199 for police, 192 for an ambulance, 191 for fire) may not have English speakers. If you can, keep the number of a local friend, your workplace or the Nepali embassy ready, in case you need help to communicate.
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.