Nepalis in Singapore
Online Psychiatrist for Nepalis in Singapore
Nepalis in Singapore include members of the Gurkha contingent and their families, security officers, workers in restaurants, hotels and construction, and students and professionals. 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 Singapore.
Key takeaways
- Dr. Kushal Kharel, Consultant Psychiatrist and founder of Kathmandu Mental Health Clinic, provides online psychiatry video consultation for Nepalis in Singapore.
- Video consultation through Google Meet or WhatsApp video call, or by phone if video is not possible. Nepal is 2 h 15 min behind Singapore.
- In an emergency in Singapore, call 999 (police) · 995 (ambulance) now. Crisis line: Samaritans of Singapore 1767 · IMH 6389 2222 (24 hours). This clinic is not an emergency service.
Nepalis in Singapore: life, work and study
Singapore is busy, expensive and fast-paced, and many jobs involve long hours or shifts. Living in shared or dormitory-style housing can make it hard to find a private place for a call. Singapore has its own mental health services and helplines, and we can work alongside them.
Singapore uses one time zone all year, with no clock changes.
Living costs in Singapore are high, and many workers live in shared or dormitory housing where privacy is limited. Singapore also has strong public mental health services, and you can use them alongside online sessions with us, for example when you would like to talk with a doctor in Nepali.
Common pressures for Nepalis in Singapore
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 shifts, with little rest.
- Shared housing where privacy is hard to find.
- A high cost of living, and money sent home.
- Missing family, and long stretches without going home.
- Stress, low mood and poor sleep.
Related guides: stress and burnout, sleep problems and depression.
Time difference between Singapore and Nepal
Nepal is at UTC+5:45 all year, with no daylight saving.
| Where you are | Time difference | Evening example |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | Nepal is 2 h 15 min behind | 8 pm there = 5:45 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 Singapore.
| Your time | Time in Nepal |
|---|---|
| 7:00 am Early morning, before work or class | 4:45 am |
| 1:00 pm Lunch break | 10:45 am |
| 6:00 pm After work or class | 3:45 pm |
| 9:00 pm Late evening | 6:45 pm |
Nepal is 2 h 15 min behind Singapore. Tell us your shift times 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 Singapore
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: 999 (police) · 995 (ambulance) or the crisis line: Samaritans of Singapore 1767 · IMH 6389 2222 (24 hours). More helplines by country: findahelpline.com and befrienders.org.
Frequently asked questions
Can I have a video consultation with a Nepali psychiatrist from Singapore?
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 Singapore 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 Singapore and Nepal?
Nepal is at UTC+5:45 all year. Singapore: Nepal is 2 h 15 min behind.
What should I do if I need urgent help in Singapore?
Call the local emergency number now: 999 (police) · 995 (ambulance). Crisis line: Samaritans of Singapore 1767 · IMH 6389 2222 (24 hours). Kathmandu Mental Health Clinic is not an emergency service.
Can you prescribe medicine if I live in Singapore?
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 Singapore, 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 live in a dormitory in Singapore. Where can I take the call?
Choose the quietest place you can: a common room outside busy hours, a quiet corner, or a spot outdoors with headphones. If it is very hard to find privacy, tell us and we can plan a shorter session at a quieter time. If you are in danger, call 999 or 995.
Which helplines can I call in Singapore?
Samaritans of Singapore (1767) offers support at any hour, and the Institute of Mental Health helpline (6389 2222) is open at any hour. Tell us if you would like help deciding where to turn.
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.