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eSewa
What eSewa is
eSewa is a free digital payment service available on Android, iOS, and the web. It handles cards and fiat currency, supports peer transfers, and allows international transfers. Each transaction can be up to 25,000. eSewa does not offer virtual cards. The service provides a free plan and lists no paid pricing model. Users can access it through a browser or through its mobile applications. eSewa was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Hattisar, Kathmandu, Nepal. Its listed platform support covers Web, Android, and iOS, giving users several ways to access the same payment service. The transaction ceiling matters when planning larger individual payments, while the lack of virtual cards is relevant for anyone specifically seeking that function. The website is esewa.com.np.
Who it suits
eSewa suits people seeking free web or mobile payments with peer and international transfers. It may not suit users who need virtual cards or transactions above 25,000 per transaction.
What it does well
- Free plan
- Android, iOS, and web access
- Peer transfers
- International transfers
- Cards and fiat support
What to know first
- No virtual cards
- 25,000 transaction limit
- No platform beyond listed channels
Verdict
eSewa offers free access across web and mobile platforms, with peer and international transfers. Its 25,000 per-transaction limit and lack of virtual cards define important boundaries.
Facts from eSewa's own pages
- Founded
- 2009 · esewa.com.np, 4 Oct 2026
- Headquarters
- Hattisar, Kathmandu, Nepal · esewa.com.np, 4 Oct 2026
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