Visa services
Nepal tourist visa
Planning a holiday or trekking trip to Nepal? Most tourists can get a visa on arrival. We provide guidance on the process, eligibility, and the documentation needed if you cannot use the on-arrival path.
Open the visa request formWho needs a tourist visa
Foreign passport holders visiting for leisure, trekking, or sightseeing. Most travelers use the visa on arrival at the airport or land borders.
Requirements
- Valid passport (6+ months validity)
- Completed online arrival form
- Visa fee in USD
- If restricted, apply at a Nepali mission abroad before travel
Visa FAQ
- How does a Nepal tourist visa work?A Nepal tourist visa is for leisure, trekking, and visiting — not employment. Eligible travelers usually get 15, 30, or 90 days on arrival, with a combined annual stay cap of around 150 days.
- How does Nepal visa on arrival work, and where is the online form?Nepal visa on arrival lets eligible travelers receive a tourist visa at the airport or land border. Fill the official online arrival / visa form before travel, save or print the receipt, then pay the visa fee and give biometrics or photos as instructed at immigration.
- How much does a Nepal visa cost?For most tourists, Nepal visa cost is set in US dollars at the visa-on-arrival counter: commonly USD 30 for 15 days, USD 50 for 30 days, and USD 125 for 90 days. Extensions, multiple-entry options, and non-tourist visas use different fee schedules.