Australia Warns Against Travel to Nepal Amid Unrest

Australians are warned against travelling to Nepal following violent demonstrations that left at least 19 dead and forced the prime minister to resign.

Smoke billows from the burning Hilton Hotels, a day after it was set ablaze by protesters in Kathmandu on Sept. 10, 2025. Prabin Ranabhat/AFP via Getty Images

Australia has warned its citizens against travelling to Nepal as the Himalayan nation grapples with violent unrest, political uncertainty.

The SmartTraveller advisory came after anti-corruption demonstrations in the capital Kathmandu spiralled into chaos, leaving at least 19 people dead.