NEPAL VISA INFORMATION

Nepal Visa Information for Travelers

Most foreign travelers visiting Nepal can obtain a Tourist Visa on Arrival at international airports and designated land borders. The process is generally straightforward and widely used by trekkers and tourists. (Immigration Department of Nepal)

Tourist Visa Types & Fees

These tourist visas usually include multiple-entry privileges. (Immigration Department of Nepal)

Visa on Arrival

Available At

Visa on Arrival is available at:

• Tribhuvan International Airport

• Pokhara International Airport

• Gautam Buddha International Airport

• Selected land border checkpoints. (Nepal Tourism Board)

Documents Required

Travelers generally need:

• Passport valid for at least 6 months

• Completed visa application form

• Passport-size photo (sometimes a digital photo is taken on arrival)

• Visa fee payment

• Return or onward travel details may occasionally be requested. (Immigration Department of Nepal)

Visa Application Process

Step-by-Step at the Airport

1. Fill out the arrival card

2. Complete the online visa form or airport kiosk form

3. Pay the visa fee

4. Present:

   • Passport

   • Payment receipt

   • Visa application receipt

5. Receive a visa stamp from the immigration officer. (Immigration Department of Nepal)

Travelers can also complete the online form before arrival to save time at the airport. (Immigration Department of Nepal)

Online Visa Form

Official Nepal Immigration visa portal:

Nepal Online Visa Application

Official immigration information:

Department of Immigration Nepal

Countries Restricted from Visa on Arrival

Citizens from some countries must obtain a visa before traveling to Nepal, including:

• Afghanistan

• Cameroon

• Ethiopia

• Ghana

• Iraq

• Liberia

• Nigeria

• Palestine

• Somalia

• Syria

• Zimbabwe and several others. (Immigration Department of Nepal)

Special Rules

Indian Citizens

Citizens of India do not require a visa to enter Nepal, but valid identification is required. (Immigration Department of Nepal)

SAARC Citizens

Citizens from SAARC countries (except Afghanistan) may receive a free visa for up to 30 days once per visa year. (Immigration Department of Nepal)

Children

Children under 10 years old may receive a free visa. (Immigration Department of Nepal)

Visa Extension

Tourist visas can usually be extended through the Nepal Department of Immigration in:

• Kathmandu

• Pokhara

(Immigration Department of Nepal)

Helpful Travel Tips

• Carry some USD cash as backup for visa fees

• Complete the online form before departure to reduce waiting time

• Keep printed copies of receipts

• Travel insurance is strongly recommended for trekking

• During trekking seasons (spring and autumn), immigration queues can be longer. (Immigration Department of Nepal)

Recent Traveler Experiences

Recent travelers on Reddit report that:

• Online pre-filled forms help speed up airport processing

• Immigration officers often take digital photos at the counter

• Printed payment confirmations are useful to carry. (Reddit)

How To Get a Visa on Arrival in Nepal