Tourism Operating License
Official license certifying Igloo Himalaya Treks Pvt. Ltd. as a government-authorized trekking agency entitled to organize guided expeditions and issue trekking permits nationwide.
Government of Nepal Authorized Agency
Official Legal Documents & Accreditations
Complete statutory transparency for our international guests. Igloo Himalaya Treks Pvt. Ltd. operates under strict regulatory licenses issued by the Nepal Ministry of Culture, Tourism & Civil Aviation, the Office of the Company Registrar, the Nepal Central Bank (NRB), and national alpine associations.
#3330/081/82
Ministry of Tourism License
#358681/81/82
Office of Company Registrar
NRB Authorized
Central Bank Forex Permit
Member #1750
Nepal Mountaineering Association
Statutory Transparency
Corporate Registration & License Matrix
Before booking your Himalayan trek, always verify that your agency holds active credentials across all six statutory government bodies. Below is our direct public verification matrix.
| Statutory Authority | License / Reg. Number | Authorized Legal Scope | Term & Validity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Department of Tourism Tourism Office Kathmandu (Bagmati Province) | License No. 3330/081/82 | Nationwide Trekking, Alpine Expeditions, & Wilderness Guiding | 11 March 2025 – 16 Feb 2030 (5-Year Term) | Active & Verified |
| Office of the Company Registrar Ministry of Industry, Commerce & Supplies | Reg. No. 358681/81/82 | Incorporation of M/s Igloo Himalaya Treks Pvt. Ltd. (Companies Act 2006) | Incorporated 5 Jan 2025 (Perpetual Corporate Entity) | Active & Verified |
| Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB) Central Bank Foreign Exchange Management Dept. | License NRB/FED/E/Tre/I.076/082 | Legal receipt and processing of foreign currencies via Himalayan Bank Ltd. | Valid through February 2030 (2086 Falgun 13) | Active & Verified |
| Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) Apex National Alpine Authority (Estd. 1973) | Resource Membership No. 1750 | Climbing permits & logistics for 27 NMA Trekking Peaks (Island, Mera, Lobuche) | Issued 25 March 2025 (Annual Certified Member) | Active & Verified |
| Office of Industry & Commerce Tripureshwor, Kathmandu (Bagmati Province) | Reg. No. 2850/081/082 | Industrial Trekking Operations & Tourism Enterprise Authorization (NPR 2.5M) | Issued 2081/11/25 (5-Year Renewable) | Active & Verified |
| Kathmandu Metropolitan City (Ward 16) Municipal Government Commercial Registry | Municipal Reg. 2081/10/10 | Commercial Physical Headquarters Operation at Geetanjali Chowk, Ward 16 | Issued 2081/10/10 (Annual Tax & Operating Compliance) | Active & Verified |
Official Certificates
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DoT License #3330
Company Reg. #358681
Certificate of Incorporation
Official incorporation document issued by the Ministry of Industry, complete with official state seal and QR-code verification, guaranteeing our permanent legal corporate status.
Central Bank Forex Permit
Foreign Exchange License
Guarantees that your international wire transfers, card deposits, and bank payments are legally monitored by the Central Bank of Nepal and held in an authorized corporate escrow account.
NMA Member #1750
NMA Resource Membership
Essential certification for mountaineers: Authorizes our climbing guides to secure official NMA climbing permits and coordinate base camp logistics for Island Peak, Mera Peak, Lobuche, and Yala Peak.
Industry Reg. #2850
Industry Registration Certificate
Provincial enterprise certification verifying our capital structure, operational capacity, and official recognition by the Department of Industry.
KMC Ward 16 Registered
Municipal Operating Registration
Confirms our legitimate physical corporate presence in Kathmandu, where guests are welcomed for route briefings, gear inspections, and in-person consultations.
Traveler Safety & Protection
Why Legal Registration Protects Your Trek
Trekking with an unregistered operator or informal freelancer carries severe legal, financial, and medical risks. Here is how our certified accreditation safeguards your journey:
Guaranteed Emergency Helicopter Evacuation
In the event of severe Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) or trauma above 4,000 meters, helicopter charter companies and the Nepal Army require an authorized agency guarantee before launching. Unregistered freelancers cannot dispatch life-saving flights.
Valid National Park & Restricted Permits
Under Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) regulations, solo trekking without a registered agency is prohibited in most regions. Our license authorizes instant issuance of TIMS cards, Sagarmatha National Park entry, and Department of Immigration restricted permits (Manaslu, Mustang, Dolpo).
Mandatory Crew Life & Medical Insurance
Nepali labor law strictly mandates that all licensed agencies provide comprehensive high-altitude medical and emergency rescue insurance for their Sherpa guides and porters. We guarantee 100% fair wages and ethical treatment according to IPPG standards.
Central Bank Protected Escrow Payments
Under Nepal Rastra Bank guidelines, international client deposits are received into supervised corporate accounts at Himalayan Bank Ltd., ensuring your funds are legally bonded, secure against fraud, and fully receipted with government tax invoices.
In-Person Verification
Visit Our Kathmandu Headquarters
We welcome international travelers to visit our headquarters in Kathmandu before heading to the Himalayas. Meet Founder & Managing Director Surya Lama, review physical copies of all government certificates, inspect expedition equipment, and receive an in-depth route and safety briefing over traditional Himalayan tea.
Registered Physical Address:
Aja Swan Marg, Geetanjali Chowk, Ward 16, Kathmandu, Nepal
Direct Telephone & 24/7 WhatsApp:
+977 9860843980
Office Hours:
Sun – Fri: 08:00 AM – 07:00 PM (NPT) • Sat: 09:00 AM – 04:00 PM
Official Verification Lounge
All original certificates and licenses are framed and publicly displayed in our briefing hall.
Legal Transparency
Frequently Asked Questions About Legal Credentials
You can verify our corporate registration directly on the Nepal Office of the Company Registrar website (ocr.gov.np) using Company Registration Number 358681/81/82. You can also verify our tourism operating license on the official Department of Tourism (tourismdepartment.gov.np) registry using License Number 3330/081/82, and our alpine membership via the Nepal Mountaineering Association (nma.org.np) using Membership Number 1750.
Under Nepali financial laws, it is illegal for companies or individuals to accept foreign currencies (such as USD, EUR, GBP, or AUD) without official authorization from Nepal Rastra Bank (the central bank). Our Forex License (NRB/FED/E/Tre/I.076/082) ensures that your wire transfers and online card payments are received through an authorized corporate account at Himalayan Bank Ltd., ensuring complete financial compliance and traveler protection.
Since April 2023, the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) enforces mandatory TIMS checkpoints across all national parks and conservation areas. If travelers are found trekking with an unauthorized freelancer without a registered agency voucher, park rangers will halt the trek, impose official fines, and require the group to return or hire a licensed agency before proceeding.
Yes, absolutely. In compliance with the Nepal Tourism Act and our internal ethical standards adhering to the International Porter Protection Group (IPPG), every guide and porter deployed by Igloo Himalaya Treks carries mandatory high-altitude medical, emergency evacuation, and accidental life insurance. We also strictly enforce a 20–25 kg maximum weight limit for all porter loads and provide high-altitude technical clothing.