Gen Z Victim Families And Seriously Injured Get 100% Vehicle Tax Exemption For Self Employment

Kathmandu, Nepal | August 25, 2026

Government Announces Full Import Tax Relief

The Government of Nepal has introduced a special vehicle tax relief program for officially recognized families of Gen Z movement martyrs and people classified as seriously or very seriously injured. The Ministry of Finance announced the provision through a notice published in the Nepal Gazette for FY 2083/84, or 2026/27. The exemption applies across Nepal and is intended to help eligible people purchase vehicles for self employment and income generating work.

Petrol And Diesel Limit Is Rs 15 Lakh

Under the provision, eligible beneficiaries can receive a full exemption from taxes and duties charged on import when purchasing a qualifying petrol or diesel vehicle with a transaction value of up to Rs 15 lakh. This does not mean beneficiaries receive Rs 15 lakh from the government. It means an eligible vehicle within this value limit can receive the specified import tax and duty exemption.

Electric Vehicle Limit Is Rs 20 Lakh

For electric vehicles, the allowed transaction value is higher. Eligible beneficiaries can purchase a qualifying electric vehicle worth up to Rs 20 lakh and receive the full exemption from applicable import taxes and duties under the scheme. The higher limit gives beneficiaries another option when choosing a vehicle for self employment.

Official Identification Is Required

The benefit is limited to people who can prove their eligibility through an official identification card. According to the Finance Ministry notice as reported by multiple outlets, applicants must be identified as members of a Gen Z movement martyr's family or as people classified as seriously injured or very seriously injured. The government maintains official records relating to people killed and injured during the Gen Z movement.

Not Every Type Of Vehicle Qualifies

The exemption does not apply to every vehicle. Reports based on the Gazette notice say vehicles mainly designed for travelling on snow, golf cars and similar vehicles, station wagons, racing cars and specified vehicles imported in unassembled condition are excluded from the facility.

Only Available This Fiscal Year

The Finance Ministry has made clear that this particular exemption is valid for the current fiscal year 2083/84, or 2026/27. Eligible beneficiaries therefore need to follow the required government process and meet the conditions within the period set for the program.

Part Of Wider Self Employment Support

The vehicle exemption is part of a wider government effort to provide economic and rehabilitation support to people affected by the Gen Z movement. The government has also introduced a separate concessional loan provision allowing eligible Gen Z martyr families and injured people to access loans of up to Rs 50 lakh for qualifying self employment and business activities.

Why This Decision Matters

Vehicles can be used for transport services and other income generating activities, but import taxes and duties can significantly increase their cost. By removing those charges for qualifying purchases, the government aims to lower the cost of starting self employment for eligible martyr families and seriously injured people.