Nepal Visa

Everything You Need to Know Before You Travel

How to Get Your Visa on Arrival

• Valid passport with at least 6 months' validity and one blank page.
• Fill out the online visa application form within 15 days of arrival.
• Pay visa fee in cash or by credit card.

Entry Points to Nepal

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

Visa Fees

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

SAARC nationals get a free visa for up to 30 days (excluding Afghanistan). Indian citizens do not need a visa but must carry valid ID if entering by air.

Visa Extensions

• Up to 15 days – USD 30
• More than 15 days – USD 2 per day after the first 15
• Maximum: 150 days in a calendar year

Transit Visa

If you're stopping over or your flight lands unexpectedly, you can get a 1-day transit visa for USD 5 or equivalent.

Important Reminders

• Overstaying or entering without a visa is illegal.
• A Visa can also be obtained at embassies/consulates abroad.
• Visa fees are non-refundable and non-changeable.
• Children under 10 require a visa but are not charged.
• Inform the Immigration Department if you get a new passport.
• Always carry your passport and permits while trekking.
• Respect local customs, culture, and filming restrictions.