Do I need a visa for Nepal?
Yes — if you are not an Indian citizen, you almost always need a visa to enter Nepal. The exact visa depends on why you are going (tourism, business, study, work) and which passport you hold. Many travelers use visa on arrival; some must apply at an embassy first.
Quick answer by situation
- Tourism / trekking — visa required for most passports; visa on arrival is widely available.
- Business meetings or investment — business visa, not a tourist visa, if you are working with a Nepali company or investing.
- Study or research — student or research visa after admission documents.
- Employment — work visa and work permit; you cannot lawfully work on a tourist visa.
- Nepali origin living abroad — you may still need an entry visa unless you hold Nepali citizenship; NRN card and NRN citizenship are separate processes.
Do I need a visa for Nepal from my country?
Use this as a starting point, then confirm with immigration.gov.np because restricted lists and bilateral rules change.
| Passport / origin | Typical tourist entry |
|---|---|
| India | Generally visa-free with a valid Indian passport (and specified ID at some land points). |
| United States, Canada, UK, EU/Schengen, Australia, New Zealand | Visa required; visa on arrival is commonly available. |
| Most other ordinary passports | Visa required; many can use visa on arrival. |
| Nationalities Nepal lists as restricted | No visa on arrival; apply at a Nepali embassy before travel. |
What is a travel visa in this context?
A travel visa (in everyday language) is the sticker or electronic record that lets you enter another country. For Nepal, the common travel visa is the tourist visa. It is not a work permit, student status, or NRN citizenship.
Visa fees, eligible nationalities, and forms change. Confirm current rules with the Department of Immigration Nepal or a Nepali embassy before you travel. Lingo and Landscapes helps with documentation and lawyer-guided applications; we do not issue visas.