Navigating the acquisition of a Nepal visa is a pivotal consideration for those contemplating travel to this culturally rich nation. The most convenient approach involves securing the visa at the Tribhuwan International Airport upon arrival or, alternatively, at designated immigration entry points when entering through the Indian or Tibetan borders.

It is imperative to note that certain countries, including Nigeria, Ghana, Afghanistan, Zimbabwe, Somalia, Cameroon, Swaziland, Iraq, Ethiopia, Liberia, Palestine, among others, do not facilitate visa issuance at Nepal’s immigration entry points.

To obtain a Nepal visa at the airport or immigration entry point, several prerequisites must be met:

  1. A valid passport, with a minimum validity of six months and at least one blank page for visa stamping.
  2. Completion of the online application form before reaching the entry point.
  3. Payment of visa fees in cash or by credit card.

Remarkably, the submitted application remains in the system for 15 days, after which it is automatically deleted. Therefore, it is advised to submit the visa application within this timeframe from the intended arrival date.

The visa fees are structured as follows:

  • USD 30 or equivalent currency for a 15-day stay.
  • USD 50 or equivalent currency for a 30-day stay.
  • USD 125 or equivalent currency for a 90-day stay.
  • Free visa for up to 30 days for tourists from SAARC nations.

Notably, Indian nationals do not require a visa but must present valid identification (Passport/Voter ID/Citizenship) when entering Nepal by air, and children under ten years old must provide a birth certificate.

For visa extensions, charges include USD 30 for 15 days or less and USD 2 per day for extensions beyond 15 days, up to a maximum of 150 days within a visa year.

Transit visas, applicable for a day, can be obtained for USD 5 or an equivalent currency in cases of force landing or transit points.

Key points of consideration include:

  • Illegality of entering or staying in Nepal without a valid visa.
  • Options for obtaining a tourist visa through embassy, consulate, mission offices, or immigration entry points.
  • Non-amendable nature of issued visas, with non-refundable fees.
  • Cash-only payment for visa fees; credit cards or cheques are not accepted.
  • Exemption of visa charges for children under ten, although a valid visa is required.
  • Procedures for handling new passports or travel documents.
  • The necessity of carrying a passport and trekking permit during trekking activities.
  • Awareness of restricted filming areas and adherence to prohibited activities.
  • Respect for Nepalese culture, traditions, and sentiments, avoiding actions that may cause offense.
  • Strict avoidance of activities leading to moral turpitude.