Visa Information

As of 2024, here is an overview of the visa information for Nepal:

1. General Requirements: To enter Nepal, travellers need a valid passport with at least six months of validity beyond their planned entry date, a completed visa application form, two recent passport-size photos, and proof of onward travel. The visa fee can be paid in cash, card, or online.

2. Applying for a Nepal Tourist Visa: There are three main methods:

   • Visa on Arrival (VoA): Available at Tribhuvan International Airport and various land border crossings. The process involves completing an application form and paying the visa fee.
   • Online Application: This can be done through the official Department of Immigration website, which is designed to expedite the process upon arrival.
   • Through a Nepalese Embassy or Consulate: This traditional method allows tourists to obtain their visa before travel.

3. Visa Extension: Tourist visas can be extended up to a total of 150 days per calendar year at the Department of Immigration in Kathmandu or Pokhara. The extension fee is $2 USD per additional day.

4. Special Requirements for Trekkers: If you plan to trek in Nepal, you will need a TIMS card and possibly Restricted Area Permits, depending on your itinerary. These can be obtained in Kathmandu or Pokhara.

5. Countries with Specific Requirements: Citizens from 12 countries, including Afghanistan, Cameroon, Ethiopia, Ghana, Iraq, Liberia, Nigeria, Palestine, Somalia, Swaziland, Syria, and Zimbabwe, must apply for a visa in person at a Nepalese consulate before travelling to Nepal.

6. Visa Denials: Common reasons for visa application denial include incomplete application forms, invalid passports, insufficient funds, or applying for the wrong visa type.

7. Entry and Exit Points: Besides Tribhuvan International Airport, there are several land entry points from India, including Kakarbhitta, Birgunj, Kodari, Belahia, Bhairahawa, Jamunaha, Nepalgunj, Mohana, Dhangadhi, and Gadda Chauki.

8. Special Provisions: Indian citizens do not require a visa due to the treaty of peace and friendship between India and Nepal. For multiple entry visas, an additional fee of $20 USD is charged, and 90-day visas include this fee.

9. Visa Fees: Visa fees vary based on the length of stay and can be paid in multiple currencies, though USD is preferred to avoid complications.

Remember, it's important to verify the latest visa requirements and fees from official sources or the Nepalese embassy in your country before your travel. For more detailed information, you can visit the Nepal Department of Immigration website or the website of your local Nepalese embassy...