Nepalis in Spain
Online Psychiatrist for Nepalis in Spain
Nepalis in Spain include workers in hospitality, care, cleaning and farming, students, and families, in Barcelona, Madrid 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 Spain.
Key takeaways
- Dr. Kushal Kharel, Consultant Psychiatrist and founder of Kathmandu Mental Health Clinic, provides online psychiatry video consultation for Nepalis in Spain.
- 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 Spain in January and 3 h 45 min ahead of it in July.
- In an emergency in Spain, call 112 now. Crisis line: 024 (suicide prevention line, 24 hours). This clinic is not an emergency service.
Nepalis in Spain: life, work and study
Spanish is widely spoken, and many newcomers pick it up in daily life, but medical words and paperwork can still be hard. Summers are very hot, and hospitality and farm work can mean long, irregular hours.
Spain is in the European Union and changes its clocks in spring and autumn. The Canary Islands are one hour behind mainland Spain.
Healthcare in Spain is run by the regions, so access to a psychiatrist can vary with where you live and how long you have been registered. Long days in hospitality and care, often with split shifts, can make a fixed daytime appointment hard, and evening online sessions can be easier.
Common pressures for Nepalis in Spain
These are common experiences, not a diagnosis. If several feel familiar and have lasted for weeks, it is worth talking to someone.
- Long, irregular hours in hospitality, care and farming.
- Language barriers with doctors and officials.
- Paperwork and residence worries.
- Missing family and festivals at home.
- Money worries, and low mood or poor sleep.
Related guides: stress and burnout, sleep problems and depression.
Time difference between Spain and Nepal
Nepal is at UTC+5:45 all year, with no daylight saving.
| Where you are | In January | In July |
|---|---|---|
| Madrid, Barcelona and mainland Spain | 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 Madrid, Barcelona and mainland Spain.
| 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 Spain in January and 3 h 45 min ahead of it in July. Tell us your working hours and we will look for a slot that fits.
Use the time finder to see any Kathmandu time in 12 countries, or read the four booking steps.
If you need urgent help in Spain
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: 024 (suicide prevention line, 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 Spain?
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 Spain 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 Spain and Nepal?
Nepal is at UTC+5:45 all year. Madrid, Barcelona and mainland Spain: 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 Spain?
Call the local emergency number now: 112. Crisis line: 024 (suicide prevention line, 24 hours). Kathmandu Mental Health Clinic is not an emergency service.
Can you prescribe medicine if I live in Spain?
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 Spain, 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 an evening session after a split shift in Spain?
Tell us your shift pattern when you book and we will look for the closest slot we have. If you are in danger, call 112, or 024, the national suicide prevention line.
Is there a helpline in Spain?
Yes. The suicide prevention line 024 is free and open at any hour, and 112 is the emergency number. 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.