There exists an excellent state of bilateral relations that have been happily subsisting between Nepal and Austria since the establishment of diplomatic relations on August 15, 1959. The nearly six-decade-long relationship between the two countries is based on trust, mutual respect, understanding, and cooperation. The year 2019 marked the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Nepal and Austria.
The Residential Embassy of Nepal in Vienna was established in 2018. The opening of the Nepali Embassy in Vienna has brought the two friendly countries further closer together in the coming days. This can help Austria explore the possibilities of establishing its residential Embassy in Kathmandu. Austria has its Honorary Consulate in Kathmandu.