Tourist Visa Information

Most foreign nationals require a tourist visa to enter Nepal, except for Indian citizens. Visitors from most other countries can easily obtain a Visa on Arrival at Kathmandu Airport or designated land border entry points. 

Alternatively, you can also apply for a tourist visa in advance through a Nepalese Embassy or Consulate in your home country.

Tourist Entry Visa:

Gratis/Free Visa:

A tourist visa is issued free of charge to the following eligible travelers:

• Indian citizens (visa not required)
• Chinese nationals
• SAARC country nationals (except Afghanistan) for their first visit in a visa year, valid for up to 30 days
• Children below 10 years of age (except U.S. citizens)
• Other categories as specified by the Department of Immigration   

Tourist Visa Extension:

Tourist visa can be extended for a maximum period of 150 days in a single visa year (January- December).

• Minimum extension: 15 days
• First 15 days: USD 45
• Additional days: USD 3 per day

Not Eligible for Visa on Arrival

Nationals from Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Swaziland, Cameroon, Somalia, Liberia, Ethiopia, Iraq, Palestine, Afghanistan and Syria will need to obtain a visa from Nepal Embassies or Diplomatic Missions in their respective countries. They are not eligible for a visa on arrival at the immigration entry points of Nepal.

Important Information

• Your passport must be valid for at least six months from your date of arrival.
• Tourist visas are valid from the date of entry into Nepal.
• If you receive your visa from a Nepalese Embassy or Consulate, you must enter Nepal within six months of the visa issue date.
• Visa fees are subject to change without prior notice by the Government of Nepal.
• We recommend checking the latest immigration requirements before you travel.

* For further info on the latest updates of visa information, please visit the website of the Department of Immigration at www.nepalimmigration.gov.np.