For employers
Hire Nepali workers through a DOFE-licensed agency
Power Support helps employers in the Gulf, Malaysia and Europe recruit Nepali workers. We support the demand letter, DOFE approval, candidate sourcing, visa processing and pre-departure orientation.
What we need from you
Three things to get started
A clear requirement
The roles, the numbers, the destination, the salary and the working terms. If you are not sure yet, we can talk it through.
A demand letter and power of attorney
We explain what the demand letter must contain and help you prepare it for attestation and DOFE approval.
Costs the law requires you to cover
We follow Nepal's limits on what workers can be charged and ask employers to cover the costs that the destination or the law requires them to cover.
What we deliver
Recruitment support on the Nepal side
We are a licensed agency in Kathmandu. Here is what we help with.
Demand letter support
We explain what the demand letter must contain and help you prepare it for attestation and DOFE approval, as the designated Nepali agency.
Candidate sourcing
We source candidates against your demand letter, check documents and certificates, and arrange employer interviews or trade tests where you need them.
DOFE process
We prepare and follow the DOFE approval file, worker contracts, medicals and Labour Permits so that workers travel legally.
Visa processing support
We support visa processing and pre-departure orientation for workers going to the UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Malaysia, Romania, Croatia and Serbia.
Why Nepali workers
Why employers hire from Nepal
Employers in the Gulf, Malaysia and Europe recruit Nepali workers for these reasons.
- Experience in the Gulf and Asia
- Nepali workers have worked in the Gulf, Malaysia and elsewhere for decades, so many candidates know the work environment and what employers expect.
- Working English or Hindi
- Many candidates can follow instructions in English or Hindi, which helps on multinational sites and in service jobs. Language level varies by candidate, so tell us what you need.
- Certified trades
- Nepal's technical education council (CTEVT) certifies many trades. Employers can ask for certificates and hold a trade test before selection.
- A regulated process
- Overseas recruitment from Nepal is controlled by DOFE. Demand letters are verified, workers get a Labour Permit and a mandatory orientation, and welfare fund contributions are collected.
Categories we recruit
Workers for these industries
These are our recruitment categories. If you need a role that is not listed, ask us.
Construction
Mason, Carpenter, Steel Fixer, Technicians, Civil Foreman/Supervisor, Labour
Supermarket and retail
Salesman, Check-out Cashier, Shelves Rack Organizer, Store Keeper, Trolley Boy
Driving and heavy equipment
Driver Heavy & Light, Heavy Equipment Operator, Auto Mechanic, Diesel Mechanic, Taxi Driver
Hotel and restaurant
Chef, Cook, Waiter/Waitress, Barista, Room Boy, Laundry Man, Steward
Professional
Civil Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Chemical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Agriculture Specialist
Caregiver and hospital
Nanny, Cleaners, Housekeeper, Nurse, Laboratory Technicians, Radiographer
Security
Watch Man, Security Guard, Security Officer, Security Supervisor
Office personnel
Office Manager, Accountant/Cashier, Secretary, Computer Operator, Clerk, Office Boy
The process
Hiring from Nepal in eight steps
The steps follow Nepal's foreign employment rules. Timing varies with the destination, the employer's paperwork and embassy processing.
- 1
Step 1
Discuss your requirement and agree terms
- 2
Step 2
Prepare the demand letter and power of attorney
- 3
Step 3
Attestation and DOFE approval
- 4
Step 4
Source and shortlist candidates
- 5
Step 5
Interview and trade test
- 6
Step 6
Medical examination and documents
- 7
Step 7
Visa processing and Labour Permit
- 8
Step 8
Pre-departure orientation and travel
Licence and standards
Licensed, and run by the rules
- Power Support Employment Pvt. Ltd. holds DOFE Licence No. 1710/081/082, issued by the Department of Foreign Employment, Government of Nepal.
- Every placement goes through demand-letter verification, DOFE approval, a Labour Permit and the mandatory pre-departure orientation.
- See our ethical recruitment page for our approach.
Employer FAQ
Questions employers ask
How long does it take to hire workers from Nepal?
It depends on the destination, the number of workers and how quickly the demand letter is attested. The Gulf and Malaysia are usually faster than Europe, where a work permit has to be obtained first. After DOFE approval, candidate selection, medicals, visas and orientation follow. We give you a realistic estimate after we see your requirement.
What documents does an employer need to provide?
The core document is a demand letter on company letterhead that lists job titles, numbers, salary, benefits and contract terms. It is attested as required for the destination, together with company registration documents and a power of attorney in favour of the Nepali agency. Requirements can change, so we confirm the current list with you before you start.
Who pays the recruitment costs?
Nepal's rules limit what workers can be charged, and many destinations require the employer to pay the visa and air ticket. We agree the service terms with the employer in writing before work starts, and we explain the worker-side costs allowed under DOFE rules.
Can I interview candidates before they are selected?
Yes. Employers can interview shortlisted candidates by video call or in person in Kathmandu, and can ask for a trade test for skilled roles.
Do the workers speak English?
Many candidates have working English or Hindi, but the level varies. Tell us the language level you need in the demand letter and we will screen for it.
Are workers medically checked before departure?
Yes. Workers need a medical examination from an approved clinic for the destination country before the visa is processed. Only medically fit candidates proceed.
How do I get started?
Send an enquiry with the form on this page, email info@powersupport.com.np, call +977 1 5922710 or message +977 9851062224 on WhatsApp. Tell us the roles, numbers, salary, benefits and destination.
Get in touch
Request workers
Tell us the roles, numbers and destination. We will contact you to discuss your requirement. Our office in Kathmandu is open Sunday–Friday.