The visa process for foreigners arriving in Nepal typically involves obtaining a tourist visa or other relevant visa type before or upon arrival. Here’s an overview:
Tourist Visa on Arrival
Most foreigners can obtain a tourist visa upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu or at land borders. However, it’s always good to check the latest requirements as they can change.
Visa on Arrival is available for nationals of many countries, including the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, and most European countries.
Nationals of following countries are requested to acquire Visa prior their arrival from their nearby Diplomatic missions (Embassies/consulates) of Nepal Government.
- Nigeria
- Ghana
- Zimbabwe
- Swaziland
- Cameroon
- Somalia
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Refugees with travel document
- Liberia
- Ethiopia
- Iraq
- Palestine
- Afghanistan
- Syria
Applicants need to fill out a visa application form available at the airport or border entry points.
Required documents usually include a passport with at least six months validity, a recent passport-sized photograph, and the visa fee in cash (USD, EUR, GBP, or NPR).
The visa fee depends on the duration of stay: 15 days, 30 days, or 90 days.
On Arrival Visa Fee at Entry Points
15 Days – 30 USD
30 Days – 50 USD
90 Days – 125 USD
Visa extension is possible within Nepal if needed.
Visa Application in Advance
Foreigners also have the option to obtain a required visa from Nepali embassies or consulates in their home country or neighboring countries before traveling to Nepal.
This option can be convenient for those who prefer to have their visa arranged before arrival or for those who don’t qualify for visa on arrival.
Application requirements may vary slightly depending on the embassy or consulate, so it’s advisable to check their specific requirements and processing times.
Other Visa Types:
Besides tourist visas, Nepal offers other types of visas such as business visas, student visas, and diplomatic visas. The application process for these visas may differ, and specific requirements and supporting documents may be needed.
Important Notes:
It is essential for travelers to ensure their passport has at least six months’ validity from the date of entry into Nepal and has blank visa pages.
Travelers should also be aware of any entry requirements related to health, vaccinations, or COVID-19 protocols, which may vary depending on the current situation and regulations.
Please follow these simple procedures for Tourist Visa on Arrival at the airport (TIA) if you have not acquired Visa prior to boarding the plane.
1st Step
Fill in ‘ Arrival Card ‘
Fill in Online ‘Tourist Visa ‘form ( you can fill it up prior to your arrival visiting the official website Department of Immigration / fill it up using Kiosk machines upon your arrival at the airport). If you fill it from the website, you will get submission Receipt with barcode, please print it out and bring it along for acquiring visa. It works for fifteen days and becomes invalid then after. If so, you will have to fill it up again.
2nd Step
Make payment at the bank according to your visa requirement (15/30/90 Days)
Get the receipt
While you can use different modes of payments (at visa fees collection counter), we advise you to carry some cash to be on the safe side.
3rd Step
Proceed to the Immigration Desk with your online form, payment receipts and your passport
Hand in your documents to immigration officer for visa processing. He/she issues visa to you upon his/her satisfaction.
Link for online application: https://www.immigration.gov.np/en/page/onlive-visa-application
For more details, please visit the official website of the Department of Immigration: https://www.immigration.gov.np/en/page/tourist-visa