Nepalis in New Zealand
Online Psychiatrist for Nepalis in New Zealand
Nepalis in New Zealand include international students, workers and families, in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton and smaller towns. 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 New Zealand.
Key takeaways
- Dr. Kushal Kharel, Consultant Psychiatrist and founder of Kathmandu Mental Health Clinic, provides online psychiatry video consultation for Nepalis in New Zealand.
- Video consultation through Google Meet or WhatsApp video call, or by phone if video is not possible. Nepal is 7 h 15 min behind New Zealand in January and 6 h 15 min behind it in July.
- In an emergency in New Zealand, call 111 now. Crisis line: call or text 1737. This clinic is not an emergency service.
Nepalis in New Zealand: life, work and study
New Zealand is a long way from Nepal, and flights are long and costly, so visits home are less frequent. Its seasons are the opposite of Nepal's. Students and workers often juggle part-time jobs, high living costs and housing pressure.
New Zealand changes its clocks for daylight saving, so the gap with Nepal changes by an hour for part of the year.
New Zealand's cities are spread out and flights home are long. In the southern hemisphere Dashain and Tihar fall in spring, so festival time can feel out of season and far away. Universities often offer free counselling, and that can sit alongside an online psychiatrist.
Common pressures for Nepalis in New Zealand
These are common experiences, not a diagnosis. If several feel familiar and have lasted for weeks, it is worth talking to someone.
- Study, part-time work and a high cost of living, all at once.
- Housing pressure, especially for students.
- Long distance from family, and less frequent visits home.
- Loneliness, especially in the first year.
- Worry about visas and the future.
Related guides: depression, panic and anxiety and stress and burnout.
Time difference between New Zealand and Nepal
Nepal is at UTC+5:45 all year, with no daylight saving.
| Where you are | In January | In July |
|---|---|---|
| Auckland, Wellington and all of New Zealand | Nepal is 7 h 15 min behind 8 pm there = 12:45 pm | Nepal is 6 h 15 min behind 8 pm there = 1:45 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 Auckland, Wellington and all of New Zealand.
| Your time | In Nepal, in January | In Nepal, in July |
|---|---|---|
| 7:00 am Early morning, before work or class | 11:45 pm (previous day) | 12:45 am |
| 1:00 pm Lunch break | 5:45 am | 6:45 am |
| 6:00 pm After work or class | 10:45 am | 11:45 am |
| 9:00 pm Late evening | 1:45 pm | 2:45 pm |
Nepal is 7 h 15 min behind New Zealand in January and 6 h 15 min behind it in July. An evening in New Zealand is around midday in Nepal, so most weekday evenings are easy to arrange.
Use the time finder to see any Kathmandu time in 12 countries, or read the four booking steps.
If you need urgent help in New Zealand
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: 111 or the crisis line: call or text 1737. More helplines by country: findahelpline.com and befrienders.org.
Frequently asked questions
Can I have a video consultation with a Nepali psychiatrist from New Zealand?
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 New Zealand 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 New Zealand and Nepal?
Nepal is at UTC+5:45 all year. Auckland, Wellington and all of New Zealand: in January Nepal is 7 h 15 min behind, in July Nepal is 6 h 15 min behind.
What should I do if I need urgent help in New Zealand?
Call the local emergency number now: 111. Crisis line: call or text 1737. Kathmandu Mental Health Clinic is not an emergency service.
Can you prescribe medicine if I live in New Zealand?
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 New Zealand, 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 book around my classes in New Zealand?
Yes. Tell us your timetable in New Zealand time and we will look for a slot that fits. If you are in danger, call 111, or call or text 1737.
Can I use university counselling and an online psychiatrist together?
Yes. Care from us is separate from local services and can sit alongside them. Where medicine is needed, we can help you prepare a summary for a doctor in New Zealand.
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.