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Visa & Entry Requirements

Essential Travel Documents and Procedures

Overview

Nepal offers straightforward visa processes for most nationalities. On-arrival visas are available at the airport and land borders, making entry accessible to international travelers.

Planning Guide

Getting a visa for Nepal is simple and tourist-friendly. Most nationalities can obtain visas upon arrival. Alternatively, online pre-approval applications expedite airport entry. Visa policies remain stable, and extensions are possible.

Key Points

On-Arrival Visa - Available at Tribhuvan International Airport and major land borders

Online Pre-Approval - e-Visa option for faster processing (applies.immdigreg.gov.np)

Multiple Durations - 15-day, 30-day, and 90-day options available

Affordable Fees - USD 30 (15 days), USD 50 (30 days), USD 125 (90 days)

SAARC Citizens - Free visa for citizens of South Asian countries

Visa Extensions - Possible within Nepal through immigration office

Land Borders - Visas also available at Indian and Tibetan borders

Planning Details

Duration

Processing 5-10 minutes on-arrival, instant for e-Visa

Difficulty

Very Easy

Best Season

Year-round

Estimated Cost

USD 30-125 depending on duration

Accessibility

Fully Accessible

📅Best Time

Visa processes same year-round; no seasonal variations.

📋Logistics

Visas obtained at point of entry or online before arrival.

💡Important Tips

•Bring 2-4 passport photos for visa application
•Carry cash (USD preferred) for visa fees—ATMs may not be immediately available
•Passport must have 6+ months validity from entry date
•Passport should have blank pages for visa stamp
•Online e-Visa application (15-30 minutes) faster than on-arrival
•Consider e-Visa if flying into airport during peak hours—lines lengthy
•Visa extensions possible through Immigration Office in Kathmandu
•Multiple-entry visas not available for tourists—separate visa required for re-entry
•Keep visa copy with you; original passport in secure location
•Visa extension possible in Kathmandu (approximately USD 25)