Nepal Travel Visa 2025: Comprehensive Guide

Nepal Travel Visa

 

If you're flying into Tribhuvan International Airport, Gautam Buddha International Airport and Pokhara Airport you can totally get a tourist visa right there on the spot. Good news for our Indian buddies – you don't need a visa to enter Nepal? 

 

Now, here's the lowdown on how long you can stay with your visa. It's good for three to six months from the day they give it to you. Kids under 10 need a visa too, but guess what? No fees for them!

 

If you're landing in Nepal by air, you need to fill out the form, which you can do online too, but not too early – like, within 15 days of when you're getting there.

 

A single-entry visa for 15, 30, or 90 days’ costs $30, $50, and $125. But, if you're paying at the airport, you can use any big currency, but at the land borders, it's cash only in US dollars. So, make sure you've got some small dollar bills.

 

The duration of the tourist visa should not exceed a total of 150 days within a single visa year, from January to December.

 

Tourist visas are issued to foreigners either upon arrival at the port of entry or through Diplomatic Missions abroad. Immigration Offices or Diplomatic Missions issue 15/30/90-days entry visas.

 

For SAARC countries (except Afghanistan), you get a 30-day visa for free! And Indians, no worries for you – no visa needed.

 

If you're planning side trips to places like Tibet, Bhutan, or India, you might want a multiple-entry visa. It's an extra $25, but totally worth it. And if you change your mind later, you can switch from a single-entry to a multiple-entry visa in Kathmandu for $25.

 

Oh, one more thing – if you overstay, there's a $5 per day fine, plus a $3 per day extension fee. Better get it sorted at Kathmandu’s Central Immigration Office to avoid missing your flight back.

 

And, keep a bunch of passport photos handy for all the official stuff – trekking permits, visa applications, you name it.  

Nepal Visa Fees

Nepal tourist visa fees are as follows

 

15 Days – USD 30
30 Days – USD 50
90 Days – USD 125

 

Tourist Visa Extension Nepal

If you're in Nepal and need to extend your visa, here's the scoop in simple terms.

You can only extend your visa in Kathmandu or Pokhara. For a 15-day extension, it's at least $45, plus $3 for each extra day.

 

The extension fee is 3 USD per day (with a minimum extension of 15 days), and a late fine of 5 USD per day applies in case of delay. Multiple re-entry facility is available for an additional fee of 25 USD.

 

To get the extension, you'll need your passport, some cash, a photo, and a form you gotta fill out online. You can usually get your visa extension on the same day, about two hours wait. 

 

You can extend your tourist visa up to 150 days in a year. But if you're pushing that limit, be ready to show an air ticket proving you're leaving soon.

 

For the latest info, check out the Department of Immigration's website.

Nepal Online Visa Application Process

 

Application can be submitted online through the official portal.

 

Documents Required for Travel to Nepal

To apply for a tourist visa, you need a valid Ordinary Passport, any previous visas, and any other supporting documents as may be required.

 

Please note that this information is subject to change, and it's advisable to check with the official immigration authorities or the provided online portal for the most up-to-date information before planning your visit.

 

Gratis Visa Information

 

A Gratis Visa, which is a visa issued free of cost, is available for specific categories of applicants.

 

Eligibility Criteria

⇒ Children below 10 years are eligible for Gratis Visa, except for US citizens.

 

⇒ SAARC citizens (excluding Afghanistan) visiting Nepal for the first time in a given visa year are eligible for Gratis Visa for up to 30 days.

 

⇒ Chinese nationals are eligible for a 150-day tourist Gratis Visa within a given visa year.

 

It's important to note that Gratis Visa is issued free of charge for these specific categories, and travelers falling within these criteria should check with the relevant authorities for any additional requirements or updates to the policy.

Indian Visa from Nepal

If you're thinking of traveling to India from Nepal, here's the lowdown, simple and clear.

 

First off, lots of travelers can now get Indian visas online and hop on a flight to New Delhi. But, if you're planning to cross overland into India from Nepal, you need a visa from Nepal itself.

 

So, head to the India Visa Service Centre at the State Bank of India, just to the right of the Indian embassy in Kathmandu. They only accept applications between 9.30 am and midday, so be an early bird and get there before 9.30 am to be first in line.

 

You'll need to bring a printed copy of the online visa form from Indian Visa Online, your passport, a copy of the passport info pages, a copy of the Nepalese visa, two passport photos (51mm x 51mm), and the visa fee.

 

Come back five working days later between 9.30 am and 1 pm with your passport and visa payment receipt. Leave your passport with the embassy, and you can pick it up the next working day between 5 pm and 5.30 pm.

 

The visa fee for a six-month tourist visa varies based on your nationality.

 

If you're just passing through with a transit visa (NRs. 2710 for most nationalities), they issue it on the same day. Just remember, it starts from the date of issue and can't be extended.

FAQs 

 

How do I get a visa when I arrive? 
Check out this website for all the info.

 

What types of visas can you get when you arrive? 
Well, they're all called Tourist Visas. Basically, if you're coming to Nepal for things like sightseeing, traveling, or visiting friends and family, you can use a Tourist Visa. But if you're here for different reasons, you need to change your visa status.

 

I need Tourist Visa with multiple-entry facility?
If you get a Tourist Visa from Nepalese embassies or get one when you arrive at the entry points, it automatically allows multiple entries.

 

I have kids who are 5 and 6 years old. Do they need a visa, too?
Yes, they do, but don't worry—they get it for free! If your children are below 10 years old, they can get a Gratis visa, which means they don't have to pay for it.

 

What's a Gratis Visa?
It's a special kind of visa that you don't have to pay for; it's given out for free.

 
I don't want to stand in line for a visa at the Tribhuvan International Airport. What can I do?
You can get a Pre Arrival Visa to Nepal from Nepalese embassies.

 

How long does it take to get a Visa On Arrival at the TIA?
Usually, you can get your visa in less than an hour. However, be ready for some delays and lines, especially when there are a lot of tourists around.

 

What money can I use to pay for the visa fees?
It's a good idea to have American dollars in cash, even though we also accept other currencies.

 

Can I use my Visa/Maestro/American Express card?
Yes, you can. But we recommend having some cash (American dollars) with you, at least to cover your Visa expenses.

 

I got my visa from the Nepalese Embassy in United Kingdom. When do I need to go to Nepal?
You need to come to Nepal within 6 months from when they gave you the visa.