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How do I get a drinking water connection in Kathmandu?

काठमाडौंमा खानेपानी धारा कसरी जडान गर्ने?

In Kathmandu Valley, apply to Kathmandu Upatyaka Khanepani Limited (KUKL) at its branch office or through the KUKL app. Outside the valley, ask your local water user committee or municipality.

Short answer

In Kathmandu Valley, apply to Kathmandu Upatyaka Khanepani Limited (KUKL) at the branch that covers your area or through the KUKL customer app. You'll need your land ownership certificate, citizenship and building approval. Outside the valley, water is run by other utilities or local user committees, so ask your municipality.

The details

What to bring

  • Land ownership certificate (लालपुर्जा).
  • Citizenship certificate.
  • Building approval (नक्सा पास).

Good to know

Supply varies a lot by area. Ask neighbours how regular the supply is before relying on it.

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Written from the sources above and last checked on 8 Oct 2026. Some details aren't confirmed against an official page yet, so check fees and documents with the office before you go.

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