Visitor & short-stay visas
Nepali Tourist Visa
The standard entry route for tourism, sightseeing and short leisure visits. You can obtain it on arrival, in advance at a Nepali mission, or by pre-applying online before you travel.
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Fees (USD 30/50/125), durations (15/30/90 days) and the list of nationalities ineligible for on-arrival visas were not verifiable against a live official page in this session; re-verify on immigration.gov.np before publishing.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Nepal government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Tourist Visa
- Route type
- Visitor / short-stay entry visa
- Duration options
- 15, 30 or 90 days (multiple entry)
- Re-verify against the current Department of Immigration fee table.
- Indicative fee (on arrival)
- USD 30 (15 days), USD 50 (30 days), USD 125 (90 days)
- Standard published on-arrival fees; confirm current amounts on the official site.
- Entries
- Multiple entry
- Issued by
- Department of Immigration / Nepali diplomatic missions
Who it is for
- Tourists, trekkers and leisure visitors
- People visiting friends or family for a short stay
- Visitors who do not intend to work or study in Nepal
Requirements
- Passport valid for at least six months
- A passport-size photograph for the visa application
- Completed arrival/visa application (available at the kiosks at Tribhuvan International Airport or online in advance)
- Payment of the applicable visa fee in accepted currency
What you can do
- Enter and travel within Nepal for tourism and leisure
- Enter and re-enter within the visa validity (multiple entry)
- Apply to extend your stay in-country within the visa-year limit
How to apply
- Optionally pre-fill the online tourist visa form on the Department of Immigration portal before travel
- On arrival, complete the visa kiosk form at the airport or land border
- Pay the fee for the 15, 30 or 90-day option
- Have the visa endorsed by the immigration officer at the entry point
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.
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