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How Much Does a Website Cost in Nepal?

A business website in Nepal typically costs from $300, rising with the number of pages, custom design, and features. A basic brochure site sits at the low end; an e-commerce store starts around $700; and a custom web application can run from $3,000 into five figures. This guide breaks down real 2026 prices by website type, explains what drives the cost, and covers the ongoing costs people often forget.

By Antbyte Labs Engineering Team — we've built and priced websites and platforms for businesses across Nepal · Last updated June 26, 2026

Website cost in Nepal by type

Prices in USD, approximate and dependent on scope. Every project should get a fixed quote after a short scoping call.

Website type	Typical cost
Basic / brochure site3–5 pages, template-based, mobile-ready	$300 – $500
Business websiteCustom design, 6–12 pages, SEO setup	$500 – $1,500
E-commerce storeCatalog, cart, payments, admin panel	$700 – $4,000
Web applicationCustom app, accounts, dashboards, API	$3,000 – $30,000+

For a deeper look at scope and process, see our web development in Nepal and e-commerce pages.

What affects the price?

Pages & content — more pages and content mean more design and build time.
Custom vs template design — a bespoke, on-brand design costs more than a theme.
Features — bookings, payments, accounts, and dashboards add real engineering.
Integrations — payment gateways, CRMs, and third-party APIs.
SEO & performance — proper structure, speed, and schema set up from day one.

Don't forget the ongoing costs

Beyond the build, budget for a domain (~$12–20/year), hosting ($60–250/year), and optional maintenance (from ~$40/month) for updates, security, and support. A simple site is usually $120–400/year to keep running.

Is the cheapest option worth it?

A rock-bottom site often costs more in the long run — slow loading, weak SEO, no mobile optimization, and no ownership of the code. The better move is a fast, SEO-ready, mobile-first site you fully own, then grow it as the business grows. Cheapest upfront is rarely cheapest overall.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a website cost in Nepal?

A basic business website in Nepal costs from NPR 25,000, a standard multi-page site NPR 40,000–120,000, an e-commerce store from NPR 60,000, and a custom web application from NPR 80,000 upward. The final price depends on pages, custom design, features, and integrations — you should get a fixed quote after a scoping call.

Why do website prices in Nepal vary so much?

Price is driven by scope: number of pages, custom vs template design, dynamic features (booking, payments, accounts), integrations, content, and SEO setup. A template brochure site and a custom web app are different products, which is why quotes range widely. A clear brief is the fastest way to a precise price.

What are the ongoing costs of a website in Nepal?

Budget for a domain (about NPR 1,500–2,500/year), hosting (NPR 5,000–20,000/year depending on traffic), and optional maintenance (from NPR 5,000/month for updates, security, and support). Many businesses spend NPR 10,000–30,000/year to keep a simple site running smoothly.

Is a cheap website worth it?

A very cheap site often costs more later — slow loading, weak SEO, no mobile optimization, and no ownership of the code. It's usually better to invest a little more in a fast, SEO-ready, mobile-first site you fully own, then grow it over time. Cheapest upfront rarely means cheapest overall.

How long does it take to build a website in Nepal?

A business website typically takes 2–4 weeks, an e-commerce store 3–5 weeks, and a custom web application 6–12 weeks. Working in short sprints with regular demos keeps the timeline predictable and lets you see progress early.