The history of Nepali, seeking foreign employment, dates back to the war with Great Britain (1814-1816). Many of the Gurkhas, who were excellent fighters, entered British military service in India and in the British colonies, serving in separate Gurkha regiments.At present, according to the figures provided by the Ministry of Labor (and Transport Management), over half a million Nepalese are employed overseas.

The Nepalese have gained a reputation for their loyalty, honesty, perseverance and a keen sense of duty.Particularly, the countries of the Persian Gulf possess an enormous capacity of employing foreign labour in areas like industry, security and public activities.