Visa Information
Visa Information
1.Visa on Arrival: Most tourists to Nepal can obtain a visa upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu or at certain land border crossings. Visa on arrival is available for citizens of many countries. You can check the official website of the Department of Immigration of Nepal for the list of eligible countries.
2.Tourist Visa Fees: The fees for tourist visas vary depending on the duration of your stay. As of my last update, the fees were as follows:
15 days: USD 30
30 days: USD 50
90 days: USD 125
Passport Requirements: Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your intended stay in Nepal.
For the tourist of SAARC nationals, free visa for up to 30 days.
Note: Visa is not required for Indian nationals. However, they must show one valid identification (Passport/Voter ID/Citizenship) if they enter Nepal via air. Then children under ten years must submit a birth certificate.
Address of the Visa Application
Address in Nepal/Hotel Address.
Woodapple Hotel and Spa
House No: 91
Street Name: Kaldhara Marga
Ward No: 16
Municipality: Kathmandu
District: Kathmandu
Entry Points to Nepal
a.Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu (TIA)
b.Eastern Nepal – Kakarvitta, Jhapa
c.Central Nepal – Birjung, Parsa
d.Northern Border – Kodari, Sindhupalchowk
e.Western – Rupandehi (Belhiya, Bhairahawa)
f.Mid-western – Banke (Jamuna, Nepalgunj)
g.Far western – Kailali (Mohana, Dhangadhi) / Kanchanpur (Gaddachauki, Mahendranagar)
3.Application Form: Upon arrival, you will need to fill out a visa application form, which is usually available at the airport or border crossing. You will also need to provide a passport-sized photo.
4.Payment: Visa fees can be paid in various currencies, including US dollars, Euros, British pounds, Swiss francs, Australian dollars, Canadian dollars, Hong Kong dollars, Singapore dollars, and Japanese yen.
5.Visa Extension: If you wish to extend your stay beyond the initial visa period, you can apply for a visa extension at the Department of Immigration in Kathmandu or Pokhara.
If you want to extend your visa for 15 days or less, the visa extension charge is USD 30 or equivalent convertible currency.
If you want to extend the visa for more than 15 days, USD 2 will be charged daily after 15 days. However, the visa can be extended a maximum of up to 150 days in a visa year (Visa year refers to the year starting January to December.)
Transit Visa
When a foreigner has to get down at a Nepalese airport as a result of their transit point or due to any force landing for whatever reason, the foreigner can obtain a transit visa for a day after paying USD 5 or any other currency equivalent
6.Online Application: As of my last update, Nepal had also introduced an online visa application system for tourists. However, this system might not be available for all nationalities, so it’s essential to check the latest updates on the official website of the Department of Immigration of Nepal.
Other General Information
Entering Nepal or staying in Nepal without a valid visa is illegal.
A tourist visa can be obtained either through the Nepalese embassy, consulate, or other mission offices in your nation or at the immigration entry points in Nepal listed above.
Visa, once issued, cannot be amended, and the visa fees are non-refundable.
You should pay the Nepal visa fees in cash. A credit card or cheque is not acceptable.
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 the document transfer.
Always carry your passport and trekking permit while trekking.
Some of the areas are restricted for filming. Therefore, be careful not to do activities that are strictly prohibited.
The culture, tradition, 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 lead to moral turpitude.
Please note that visa regulations can change, so it’s always a good idea to check with the nearest Nepalese embassy or consulate or visit the official website of the Department of Immigration of Nepal for the most up-to-date information before planning your trip.