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Nepal Visa

If you are visiting Nepal and looking to get a visa, the simplest way is to obtain one at Tribhuvan International Airport upon your arrival. Otherwise, if you are coming through the border from Tibet or India, you can get one at the immigration entry points.

Note: There are several countries whose citizens cannot obtain visas from the immigration entry points of Nepal, including: Nigeria, Ghana, Afghanistan, Zimbabwe, Somalia, Cameroon, Swaziland, Iraq, Ethiopia, Liberia, Palestine, and Syria. Citizens from these countries must obtain a visa from Nepalese diplomatic missions before traveling.

What do you need to obtain a Nepal Visa?

  • A valid passport (At least 6 months validity with one blank page for visa stamp.)
  • You should fill out the complete form online before arriving at the entry point. Click Here for the application.
  • Visa fee should be paid in cash or by credit card.

Note: Submitted applications will be automatically removed from the system after 15 days. So, submit the visa application only 15 days before your arrival date at the entry point.

Address for Visa Application

Address in Nepal/Agency Address:

  • Epic Trek Nepal
  • House No: —-
  • Street Name: Paknajol Marg
  • Ward No: 16
  • Municipality: Kathmandu
  • District: Kathmandu

Entry Points to Nepal

  • Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu (TIA)
  • Eastern Nepal – Kakarvitta, Jhapa
  • Central Nepal – Birgunj, Parsa
  • Northern Border – Kodari, Sindhupalchowk
  • Western – Rupandehi (Belahiya, Bhairahawa)
  • Mid-western – Banke (Jamuna, Nepalgunj)
  • Far western – Kailali (Mohana, Dhangadhi) / Kanchanpur (Gaddachauki, Mahendranagar)

Note: Visa is not required for Indian citizens. They should bring their identification (Passport/Voter ID/Citizenship) if they are entering by air. Children under 10 years should verify with their birth certificate.

Visa Exemption Countries

Officials from the following countries do not need entry visas based on reciprocal visa waiver agreements:

  1. Thailand – Exemption up to 90 Days
  2. Russian Federation – Exemption up to 90 Days
  3. People’s Republic of China – Exemption up to 30 Days
  4. Federal Republic of Brazil – Exemption up to 90 Days
  5. Myanmar – Exemption up to 90 Days
  6. Vietnam – Exemption up to 90 Days
  7. Cambodia – Exemption up to 30 Days
  8. Mongolia – Exemption up to 90 Days
  9. Jordan – Exemption up to 90 Days
  10. State of Israel – Exemption up to 90 Days
  11. Georgia – Exemption up to 90 Days
  12. State of Qatar – Exemption up to 90 Days

On Arrival Visa Fee at Entry Points

  • 15 Days – 30 USD
  • 30 Days – 50 USD
  • 90 Days – 125 USD

Gratis Visa (Free Visa)

Gratis Visa is issued free of cost for the following categories of visa applicants:

  • Children below 10 years (except US citizens)
  • Up to 30 days for SAARC citizens (except Afghanistan) visiting Nepal for the first time in a given visa year. Afghan citizens are eligible for Gratis Visa on Arrival only upon recommendation from the Department of Immigration. If you are an Afghan citizen, you can request the concerned institution inviting you to Nepal to complete the necessary paperwork with the Department of Immigration to obtain a Gratis Visa ‘On Arrival’.
  • Non-Residential Nepalese (NRN) card holders (issued by MoFA/Nepalese diplomatic missions abroad)
  • Chinese Nationals for up to 150 days

Transit Visa

When a foreigner has to disembark at a Nepalese airport as a result of transit or due to any forced landing for whatever reason, the foreigner can obtain a transit visa for one day after paying USD 5 or equivalent in other currency.

Other General Information

  • Visas of all kinds, including ‘Gratis’ visas issued at the airport, are Tourist Visas. Contact the Department of Immigration for extending your visa or changing the category of your visa. Tourist visa extensions can be done from the Immigration Office in Pokhara as well. Non-tourist visa extensions can be done only at the Department of Immigration (if eligible) for a maximum period of one year (except business visas).
  • Entering Nepal or staying in Nepal without a valid visa is illegal.
  • A tourist visa can be obtained either through Nepalese embassies, consulates, or other mission offices in your country or at the immigration entry points in Nepal listed above.
  • Visas, once issued, cannot be amended, and visa fees are non-refundable.
  • You should pay Nepal visa fees in cash. Credit cards or cheques may also be accepted at some locations.
  • Visa charges are not applicable for children under ten years of age. However, they must obtain a valid visa.
  • If you are obtaining a new passport or travel document, you are advised to contact the Immigration Department for document transfer.
  • Always carry your passport and trekking permit while trekking.
  • Some areas are restricted for filming. Therefore, be careful not to engage in activities that are strictly prohibited.
  • The culture, traditions, and sentiments of Nepalese people should be respected. Do not perform any activities that would hurt their feelings.
  • Do not perform any activities that would constitute moral turpitude.
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