Section 700: Foreigner to follow law of his or her country while concluding marriage in Nepal

1) While concluding a marriage between foreigners or between a foreigner and a citizen of Nepal in Nepal, each person entering into marriage shall comply with the capacity, qualification, and condition as specified by the law of the respective country of his or her nationality.

2) The formalities to be fulfilled by foreigners while concluding a marriage in Nepal shall be governed by the law of Nepal.

Provided that while concluding a marriage at a foreign embassy or consulate general situated in Nepal, the formalities referred to in the law of the concerned country shall be fulfilled.

3) A marriage concluded in contravention of sub-sections (1) and (2) shall not be recognized in Nepal.