Global IME Bank Branch Merger Notice
10th February 2026, Kathmandu
Global IME Bank Limited has officially announced a strategic Global IME Bank Branch merger notice, effective from Magh 28, 2082 (February 10, 2026). This restructuring involves the consolidation of eight branch offices within the Kathmandu and Lalitpur districts. The move is part of the bank’s broader initiative to optimize its physical network, reduce operational duplication, and shift resources toward its digital banking infrastructure.
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As the largest commercial bank in Nepal—formed through the merger and acquisition of 21 different financial institutions—Global IME Bank is focusing on “smart banking” by merging branches that are often located within a few hundred meters of each other.
Detailed List of Merged and Operational Branches
The consolidation primarily targets branches in high-density urban areas. Customers of the “Merged Branch” are advised to redirect all in-person transactions to the “Operational Branch” listed below.
Kathmandu District Consolidation
In Kathmandu, the bank has identified four pairs of branches for integration:
Gyaneshwor & Sanogauchar: The Gyaneshwor branch has been merged into the Sanogauchar branch (approx. 550 meters apart).
New Baneshwor & Shankhamul: The New Baneshwor branch is consolidated into the Shankhamul branch (approx. 200 meters apart).
Indrachowk & Ason: The Indrachowk branch operations have shifted to the Ason branch (approx. 750 meters apart).
Bafal Kalanki & Kalanki: The Bafal Kalanki branch is merged with the main Kalanki branch (approx. 1 kilometer apart).
Lalitpur District Consolidation
Four key consolidations have also been finalized within the Lalitpur district:
Khumaltar & Satdobato: The Khumaltar branch has merged into the Satdobato branch (approx. 850 meters apart).
Dholahiti & Ekantakuna: The Dholahiti branch is now consolidated with the Ekantakuna branch (approx. 1.7 kilometers apart).
Sunakothi & Jhamsikhel: The Sunakothi Lalitpur branch is integrated into the Jhamsikhel branch (approx. 3 kilometers apart).
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Kumaripati & Lagankhel: The Kumaripati branch operations have moved to the Lagankhel branch (approx. 650 meters apart).
What Changes for Customers?
The bank has issued a guarantee that this internal restructuring will result in zero service interruptions. Your financial data and access remain fully intact.
Account Numbers & KYC: Your existing account number, IBAN, and KYC records will remain exactly the same. You do not need to fill out new forms.
Chequebooks & Cards: You can continue using your existing chequebooks and ATM/Debit/Credit cards until they expire. New ones issued after the merger will reflect the operational branch’s details.
Loan & Interest Rates: All existing loan agreements and fixed deposit interest rates remain legally binding and unchanged.
Digital Banking: The Global Smart Plus mobile app and internet banking services will continue to function without any required updates or re-registrations.
Strategic Rationale: The Shift to Digital
This consolidation follows the massive 2023 merger with the Bank of Kathmandu, which left Global IME with a significant number of “duplicate” branches in urban clusters. By closing these nearby offices, the bank aims to achieve several goals:
Cost Efficiency: Reducing the high overhead of maintaining two physical buildings within walking distance.
Staff Deployment: Moving experienced staff from smaller merged units to high-volume operational hubs to reduce customer wait times.
Cybersecurity Investment: Reallocating savings from physical rent and utilities into strengthening the bank’s digital security and AI-driven fraud detection systems.
Important Contact Information
For any specific queries regarding your locker facilities, pending loan documents, or account transfers related to the Global IME Bank Branch merger, customers can reach the bank through the following channels:
- Corporate Office: Kamaladi, Kathmandu
- Global Connect (Toll-Free): 01-5970600
- Customer Support (NTC): 16600121314
- Customer Support (Ncell): 18102077777
- Email: [email protected]
Conclusion
The Global IME Bank Branch merger notice reflects the maturing landscape of the Nepali banking sector, where size is being balanced with operational agility. While physical branches are being consolidated in the capital, the bank remains committed to its “Bank for All” vision by maintaining its massive presence in rural districts where physical access is still a necessity. For urban customers, the short distances between the merged and operational branches mean that the physical impact of this change will be minimal, while the long-term benefit will be a more technologically advanced banking experience.
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