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Nepal visas

Nepal e-visa

Most foreign citizens can get a tourist visa online. Citizens required to apply at a Nepalese diplomatic mission cannot use this option.

Ways to get a Nepal e-visa

  1. Online tourist visa

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    Foreign citizens qualify except citizens of Afghanistan, Cameroon, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Ghana, Iran, Iraq, Liberia, Nigeria, Palestine, Somalia, Syria and Zimbabwe.

Who needs it

Travellers who need a tourist visa and qualify for the online option may use it to enter Nepal.

Who doesn't

Indian citizens do not need a visa.

What to bring

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival.

Good to know

  • The general visitor limit is 150 days in one calendar year.
  • The online visa's fee, stay length, processing time and application website are not specified.

Questions

Do I need a e-visa for Nepal?

Travellers who need a tourist visa and qualify for the online option may use it to enter Nepal. Indian citizens do not need a visa.

Can I apply online for Nepal?

Yes: Online tourist visa. Foreign citizens qualify except citizens of Afghanistan, Cameroon, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Ghana, Iran, Iraq, Liberia, Nigeria, Palestine, Somalia, Syria and Zimbabwe.

What documents do I need for a Nepal e-visa?

Passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival..

What rules do I have to follow on a Nepal e-visa?

The general visitor limit is 150 days in one calendar year.

Does my passport change whether I need a e-visa for Nepal?

Yes. Rules depend on the country that issued your passport. Open the Nepal visa page and choose your passport for a plain answer.

Can a e-visa for Nepal be refused?

Yes. Officials can refuse a visa or entry, even after you apply. Give true answers, bring the documents asked for, and keep proof of your onward trip and money.

Where do I check the latest Nepal e-visa rules?

On Nepal's official immigration or foreign ministry website, or at its embassy. Rules change, so check close to your trip.

Can I change my e-visa once I am in Nepal?

Often you cannot switch visa type inside the country. Ask the immigration office before you travel if you might need to.

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