When someone searches "restaurant near me", "dentist in Baneshwor" or "IT company in Kathmandu", Google shows a map with three businesses. That "Local Pack" gets a huge share of clicks and calls. Here's how to get into it.
1. Claim and complete your Google Business Profile
- Choose the most accurate primary category, plus secondary categories.
- Add services, products, opening hours and service areas.
- Upload real photos of your office, team and work regularly.
- Write a keyword-rich but natural business description.
2. Keep NAP consistent everywhere
Your Name, Address and Phone should match exactly across your website, Google, Facebook, directories and listings.
3. Build a review engine
Ask every happy customer for a Google review with a short link or QR code. Reply to every review — positive or negative.
4. Make your website local
- Embed your Google Map on the contact page.
- Add LocalBusiness schema with geo-coordinates.
- Create location or service-area pages if you serve multiple cities.
5. Build local citations
List your business on reputable Nepali directories, industry associations and chambers of commerce.
6. Stay active
Google Business Profile posts, offers and fresh photos signal an active business.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to rank on Google Maps?
Many businesses see improvement within 4–12 weeks after optimising their profile, building citations and getting reviews, depending on competition.
Do Google reviews help local SEO?
Yes. The number, quality and recency of reviews, plus your replies, influence local rankings and customer trust.
Do I need a website for local SEO?
A fast website with LocalBusiness schema and consistent contact details strengthens your Google Maps rankings significantly.
