Kala Yatra invites applications for its concept-driven, community-engaged artist residency program in Kathmandu, Nepal. Rooted in socially relevant practice and cross-cultural dialogue, Kala Yatra is a not-for-profit, artist-run collective offering space for reflection, experimentation, and transformation across disciplines.

What residents receive:
• Flexible self-funded residencies (2 weeks–1+ month)
• Private self-catering accommodation with shared spaces
• Opportunities for exhibitions, open studios, talks, or non-productive reflection
• Access to a diverse, supportive art community
• Possibility of reduced fees for SAARC artists
• Open to visual artists, writers, performers, curators, filmmakers, architects, musicians & more

Residency Fee Structure:
€ 200 (two weeks / 14 Days)
€ 400 (a month/ 30 Days)
€ 300 (a month/ 30 Days - for SAARC Artist)*
*We offer promotional or reduced residency fee exclusively to artists who are both residents and citizens of SAARC countries (Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka).