Traveling to Nepal requires an up-to-date visa for most foreign travelers except Indian citizens. It is simple to obtain a visa, either on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu) and border crossing points, or through Nepalese embassies/consulates in other nations. Nonetheless, guests should be cautious regarding unscrupulous websites and unofficial agencies that require payment for visa applications. Always use the official Department of Immigration website for online application.
Types of Nepal Visa
- Tourist Visa: For visit, trekking, cultural tour, and recreation.
- Transit Visa: For transit passengers for short stay.
- Visa Extension: For visitors planning to prolong beyond the initial period.
Nepal Visa Requirements
In order to get a visa on arrival or at ports of entry, you will need:
- A valid passport with a validity of 6 months.
- A filled-in visa application form (available at airport or online).
- Two passport-sized photographs.
- Visa fee in cash (USD or convertible currency).
Points of Entry to Nepal
Visitors are able to submit an application for a visa at:
- Airports: Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu), Pokhara International Airport.
- Land Borders:
- Kakarvitta (Jhapa, Eastern Nepal)
- Birgunj (Parsa, Central Nepal)
- Kodari (Sindhupalchowk, Northern Nepal)
- Belhiya, Bhairahawa (Rupandehi, Western Nepal)
- Jamuna, Nepalgunj (Banke, Mid-western Nepal)
- Mohana, Dhangadhi (Kailali, Far-western Nepal)
- Gaddachauki, Mahendranagar (Kanchanpur, Far-western Nepal)
Nepal Visa Fees
- 15 Days: USD 30
- 30 Days: USD 50
- 90 Days: USD 125
- SAARC Nationals: Free visa up to 30 days
- Indian Nationals: No visa required (valid passport-ID for air travel)
- Children under 10 years: No visa required
Visa Extension
- Up to 15 days: USD 30
- More than 15 days: USD 2 per day
- Maximum stay: 150 days in a visa year (January-December)
Transit Visa
- Given at Nepalese airports during flight layovers or emergency landings.
- Valid for 1 day.
- Fee: USD 5.
Restricted Countries (No On-Arrival Visa)
Citizens of these countries are required to apply at Nepalese embassies/consulates in advance:
- Afghanistan, Iraq, Cameroon, Ghana, Somalia, Swaziland, Palestine, Zimbabwe, Nigeria, Ethiopia, Liberia.
Important Notes
- Fees for visas are non-refundable.
- Payment must be in cash (credit/debit cards not accepted).
- Always carry a passport and trekking permits during travel.
- Respect local culture and law; illegal stay is punishable.
- Submit online only at the official Department of Immigration website: https://nepalimmigration.gov.np.