Getting started
How to start an online store in Nepal
A practical checklist for taking a Nepali business from products and payment decisions to a store that is ready to accept orders.
The short answer
To start an online store in Nepal, prepare your product information, choose honest payment and delivery options, publish a mobile-friendly storefront, test the complete checkout yourself and establish a repeatable order-confirmation process.
1. Prepare the essentials
Customers need enough information to decide without repeatedly messaging you. Start with a small, accurate catalog rather than waiting for every product to be perfect.
- Business name and contact details
- Clear product photos
- Prices in NPR
- Available sizes, colors or other variants
- Current stock
- Return or exchange expectations
2. Decide how customers will pay
Enable only the methods you can reliably fulfil. Cash on Delivery reduces payment friction, while eSewa or a verified manual QR method can support prepaid orders. Never present an option before its receiving details and verification process are ready.
3. Define delivery before launch
Write down where you deliver, what it costs and who creates the shipment. A clear standard delivery fee is a useful fallback even when a courier integration is available.
4. Build and test the buying journey
Use MeroByapaar to choose a storefront, enter products and publish. Then place a real test order on a phone. Check the cart, address fields, payment instructions, stock change, seller dashboard and customer confirmation before sharing the link.
5. Launch with a simple routine
Share one product or collection at a time. Confirm new orders quickly, record payment truthfully, arrange delivery and update the buyer. A dependable routine matters more than a large launch campaign.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a custom domain to begin?
No. A working MeroByapaar store URL is enough to begin. When your brand is ready, you can connect a .com.np domain or another domain you already own.
How many products should I launch with?
There is no required minimum. A small accurate selection is usually better than a large unfinished catalog.
Should I test my own checkout?
Yes. Test the entire path on mobile, including payment instructions and what appears in the order dashboard.