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Frequently asked questions about websites, SEO and marketing in Nepal

Websites and apps

How much does a website cost in Nepal?

A small business site starts around NPR 30,000–35,000. A lead-focused site with custom design, blog and SEO setup is usually NPR 65,000–75,000. Online stores start at about NPR 70,000 and custom portals at NPR 1,50,000.

How long does it take to build a website?

Most business websites take 3–6 weeks from the first call to launch. Online stores take 5–8 weeks, and custom software or apps 2–4 months for a first version.

Do I need a .com.np domain?

It helps local trust and is free for Nepali businesses through Mercantile, but it needs company documents and can take a few days. A .com works fine too. Many clients keep both and redirect one to the other.

Can I update the website myself?

Yes. We set up an editor for text, images, blogs and notices, and give you a recorded walkthrough.

Can you add eSewa, Khalti or Fonepay payments?

Yes. We integrate eSewa, Khalti and Fonepay, plus cash on delivery. You'll need a merchant account with each provider, which we help you apply for.

What is the difference between a static and a dynamic website?

A static site is fixed pages edited by a developer; it's cheap and fast. A dynamic site has an admin panel so you can add pages, posts and products yourself. Static sites cost about NPR 15,000–30,000 in Nepal; dynamic business sites NPR 35,000–75,000.

Which domain is free in Nepal, and how much does hosting cost?

.com.np is free for Nepali citizens and registered businesses through Mercantile. A .com costs about NPR 1,500–2,500 a year. Shared hosting for a small site is roughly NPR 2,000–15,000 a year; online stores need VPS hosting from about NPR 2,500 a month.

Is e-commerce legal in Nepal?

Yes. Under the Electronic Commerce Act 2081, online businesses must list with the Department of Commerce, Supplies and Consumer Protection and show their registration, PAN/VAT and grievance contact on the website. We build these into every store.

How much does a mobile app cost in Nepal?

A simple Flutter app for Android and iOS starts around NPR 1,50,000. Apps with logins, payments and an admin panel are typically NPR 3,50,000 or more.

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SEO, AEO and GEO

How long does SEO take to work?

Local keywords often move in 6–12 weeks. National keywords usually take 3–6 months, and competitive niches 6–12 months. Anyone promising page one in two weeks is selling something else.

How much does SEO cost in Nepal?

Our plans are NPR 20,000 a month for local SEO, NPR 40,000 for national SEO and from NPR 80,000 for competitive niches. One-time audits start at NPR 15,000.

Can you guarantee a #1 ranking on Google?

No one honestly can, because Google decides. We commit to the work, the reporting and the trend: more impressions, clicks and enquiries month after month.

What is AEO?

Answer engine optimization. It formats your content so Google can show it as a featured snippet, in 'People also ask' and in voice answers. It mostly means clear questions as headings and short, direct answers under them.

What is GEO?

Generative engine optimization. It improves the chance that AI tools such as ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity and Google's AI Overviews mention and link to your business when people ask about your field.

What do SEO, AEO and GEO stand for?

SEO is Search Engine Optimization (ranking in Google's results). AEO is Answer Engine Optimization (being the answer shown in snippets and voice results). GEO is Generative Engine Optimization (being mentioned by AI tools like ChatGPT and Gemini).

Should I hire an SEO expert or an SEO company?

A freelance SEO expert can suit a small local site. An SEO company is usually better when you need technical fixes, content, links and reporting every month, or competitive national rankings.

Is SEO better than Facebook ads?

They do different jobs. Ads bring enquiries from the first week but stop when you stop paying. SEO is slower but keeps working. Most of our clients run both, shifting budget to SEO as rankings grow.

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Social media and ads

How much should I spend on Facebook ads in Nepal?

Most small businesses start with NPR 15,000–30,000 a month in ad spend for 4–6 weeks to learn what works, then scale what converts. Our management fee is separate.

How do I pay for Facebook or Google ads from Nepal?

With a dollar card from your bank or through an agency that bills in rupees. We can advise on the options that suit your business.

How many posts a month do I need?

For most businesses, 12–16 good posts and 4–8 reels a month on Facebook and Instagram is plenty. Consistency matters more than volume.

How much does Facebook boost cost in Nepal?

Meta lets you boost from about USD 1 a day, paid in dollars. Most small businesses that get steady enquiries spend NPR 10,000–30,000 a month. Agency management is a separate fee.

Is TikTok banned in Nepal?

Not at the time of writing. TikTok was blocked from November 2023 to August 2024. We post short videos to TikTok, Reels and YouTube Shorts together so you're never dependent on one platform.

Do you make videos and reels?

Yes. We script, shoot or create AI-assisted videos and edit them for Reels, TikTok and YouTube Shorts.

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Working with Sigma Nepal

Where is your office?

Putalisadak, Kathmandu. We're open Sunday to Friday, 10:00–17:00. Call +977 9847203236 before visiting.

How do payments work?

Projects are paid in milestones that we agree in your written quote, so you never pay for work you haven't seen. Monthly services are billed at the start of each month, with a VAT bill.

Do you sign an NDA?

Yes, happily, before the first detailed conversation.

What happens after the website launches?

You get free support for bug fixes after launch, then optional maintenance plans for updates, backups, security and small changes.

Will I own the website and the accounts?

Yes. Domain, hosting, code, Google Analytics, Search Console and ad accounts are all registered to your business.

Do you work with businesses outside Kathmandu or abroad?

Yes. We work with clients across Nepal and in Dubai, fully remotely if needed.

Do you offer a digital marketing course or internships?

Yes. We run a practical digital marketing course taught by the team that runs client campaigns, and take interns in development, QA, design, SEO and digital marketing. Contact us for the next batch dates and fee, or send your CV for an internship.

Do you do graphic design?

Yes: logo design, brand identity, visiting card design, flyers, menus and social media posts. Logos start at NPR 10,000.

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