Nepalis in Sweden
Online Psychiatrist for Nepalis in Sweden
Nepalis in Sweden include students, workers in services, delivery, care and industry, and families, in Stockholm, Gothenburg, Malmo 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 Sweden.
Key takeaways
- Dr. Kushal Kharel, Consultant Psychiatrist and founder of Kathmandu Mental Health Clinic, provides online psychiatry video consultation for Nepalis in Sweden.
- 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 Sweden in January and 3 h 45 min ahead of it in July.
- In an emergency in Sweden, call 112 now. Crisis line: Självmordslinjen 90101. This clinic is not an emergency service.
Nepalis in Sweden: life, work and study
Sweden has long, dark winters and bright summers with very short nights, and both can affect sleep and mood. Swedish is needed for many jobs, and it can take time to feel part of a community.
Sweden is in the European Union and changes its clocks in spring and autumn.
Swedish healthcare is organised by region, and the local health centre, the vårdcentral, is the usual first stop. Swedish social life can feel reserved, and making friends outside work or study can take a long time. Feeling lonely as a newcomer is common, and worth talking about early rather than only when it becomes severe.
Common pressures for Nepalis in Sweden
These are common experiences, not a diagnosis. If several feel familiar and have lasted for weeks, it is worth talking to someone.
- Dark winters, bright summers and disturbed sleep.
- A new language, and slow-growing friendships.
- Study or work pressure, and worry about permits.
- Loneliness far from family.
- Money worries, and low mood.
Related guides: depression, panic and anxiety and stress and burnout.
Time difference between Sweden and Nepal
Nepal is at UTC+5:45 all year, with no daylight saving.
| Where you are | In January | In July |
|---|---|---|
| Stockholm and all of Sweden | 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 Stockholm and all of Sweden.
| 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 Sweden in January and 3 h 45 min ahead of it in July. Tell us your study or work 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 Sweden
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: Självmordslinjen 90101. More helplines by country: findahelpline.com and befrienders.org.
Frequently asked questions
Can I have a video consultation with a Nepali psychiatrist from Sweden?
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 Sweden 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 Sweden and Nepal?
Nepal is at UTC+5:45 all year. Stockholm and all of Sweden: 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 Sweden?
Call the local emergency number now: 112. Crisis line: Självmordslinjen 90101. Kathmandu Mental Health Clinic is not an emergency service.
Can you prescribe medicine if I live in Sweden?
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 Sweden, 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 do not speak Swedish. What do I say if I need urgent help in Sweden?
Call 112, say where you are, and say 'ambulance' or 'police'. For suicidal thoughts you can also call Mind's Självmordslinjen on 90101. If someone is with you, ask them to help you speak.
Which helpline can I call in Sweden?
Mind's Självmordslinjen (90101) offers support with suicidal thoughts, 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.