| Fee Slab | Calculated Amount (Rs.) |
|---|
Court fees are required when initiating legal action in Nepal’s judicial system. Defined by the Civil Procedure Code, 2074, these fees vary based on the claim amount, type of case, and the nature of legal relief sought. Individuals in financial hardship may be eligible for court fee exemptions.
Key Highlights
- Fees must be paid at the time of filing or the case may be dismissed.
- Structured slab rates apply based on claim value.
- Flat fees are set for specific case types (like divorce, eviction, etc.).
- Financially weak individuals can petition for court fee exemptions.
- Appeals and revisions include additional percentage-based fees.
Court Fee Based on Claim Value
| Claim Range | Applicable Court Fee |
|---|
| Up to NPR 25,000 | NPR 500 flat fee |
| NPR 25,001 to NPR 50,000 | 5% of the amount above NPR 25,000 |
| NPR 50,001 to NPR 100,000 | 3.5% of the amount above NPR 50,000 |
| NPR 100,001 to NPR 500,000 | 2% of the amount above NPR 100,000 |
| NPR 500,001 to NPR 2,500,000 | 1.5% of the amount above NPR 500,000 |
| Above NPR 2,500,000 | 1% of the amount above NPR 2,500,000 |
Flat Court Fees for Specific Cases
| Case Type | Court Fee |
|---|
| Land registration or voidance | NPR 500 |
| Invoices, bonds, receipts etc. | NPR 500 |
| Eviction claims or disputes | NPR 500 |
| Injunction or mandatory orders | NPR 500 |
| Divorce or family relations | NPR 500 |
| Judicial declaration of death | NPR 500 |
| Partition of property | NPR 1,000 |
| Unspecified contract claims | NPR 2,500 |
Court Fees for Appeal and Review
| Type | Fee |
|---|
| Appeal | 15% of original court fee |
| Review/Revision (post-approval) | 10% of original court fee (only on disputed amount) |
Miscellaneous Court Charges
| Document/Action | Fee |
|---|
| Plaint/Defense | NPR 200 |
| Memorandum of Appeal | NPR 300 |
| Writ Petition (except Habeas Corpus) | NPR 500 |
| Power of Attorney (case initiation) | NPR 500 |
| Power of Attorney (property issue) | NPR 5,000 |
Waiver of Court Fees
If a party cannot afford to pay court fees due to financial hardship, they may petition the court for a waiver or deferment. Upon verification, the judge may allow the case to proceed and the fees to be collected later, in part or full. A recommendation from the Local Level Office may strengthen the petition.
Want a deeper understanding of how court fees are calculated in Nepal? Read our detailed blog on Nepal Court Fees for a complete breakdown of rates, exemptions, and legal procedures under the Civil Procedure Code, 2074.
