Reputable consultancies operate in both cities. Kathmandu has more options and more licensed agents holding ECAN membership and international accreditations. Pokhara has solid consultancies well-connected to Japan, Australia, and UK pathways. The key is not location but verification: check ECAN registration, official institutional partnerships, and student reviews on ConsultancyCheck. Many Pokhara students successfully apply through local consultants without travelling to Kathmandu.