Chinese Nationals Arrested in Biratnagar for Illegal Business Activities
Summary
Chinese nationals have been arrested in Biratnagar for allegedly running retail businesses through Nepali front companies in violation of foreign investment and visa rules. Immigration officials say the practice is being used to bypass legal restrictions, evade taxes, and exploit loopholes in Nepal’s outdated visa system.
Key Points
- Police arrested Chinese nationals from shops in Biratnagar, including Yono Mart and Everpic Suppliers, over suspected illegal business operations.
- Authorities say Nepali citizens were used as front owners while foreign nationals controlled investment, supply, and cash collection behind the scenes.
- The Immigration Department called the activity prima facie illegal and said deportation proceedings will follow investigation.
- Officials say Nepal’s limited visa categories and outdated immigration laws are being exploited to run such businesses through paper companies in Kathmandu.
