Required Formalities
Before traveling to Nepal, ensure you complete all necessary formalities
PASSPORT
French, Belgian, and Swiss citizens must have a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the return date. Citizens of other nationalities should check with their embassy for specific requirements.
NEPALESE VISA
To simplify your procedures, you can contact offices in most countries worldwide:
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Documents Required for a Nepal Tourist Visa
To obtain a tourist visa for Nepal, you will need the following:
Completed online visa application on the official Nepal Department of Immigration website: https://nepaliport-new.immigration.gov.np/entry-visa-processing
Original passport, valid for at least 6 months after your planned entry date, with at least two blank pages
Copy of your passport (biographical page)
Passport-sized photograph
Visa Fees and Duration
15 days – US$25
30 days – US$40
90 days – US$100
At the embassy, fees are adjusted in euros (e.g., 15 days: 25). For residents in France, payment can be made in cash or by check.
⚠️ Important: Fees are non-refundable once the visa is issued. The visa is valid for 6 months from the date of issue, but the stay is counted from your arrival in Nepal.
Free Visa – Who is Eligible?
A free tourist visa is granted to:
Children under 10 years old (except U.S. citizens)
Chinese citizens
Foreign nationals of Nepalese origin holding an NRN card
Citizens of SAARC countries (except Afghanistan) for a first annual stay of 30 days
Afghan nationals require a special recommendation from the Nepal Department of Immigration.
Applying by Mail
If applying by mail, provide a pre-stamped envelope addressed to yourself for the return of your passport.
Visa on Arrival
Most travelers can obtain a visa on arrival at immigration offices located at Nepal’s main entry points:
Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu)
Gautam Buddha International Airport (Lumbini)
Pokhara International Airport
A passport-sized photo may be requested for visa on arrival.
⚠️ Exceptions: Visa on arrival is not available for nationals of the following countries. Travelers from these countries must obtain a visa before departure at a Nepalese embassy or diplomatic mission:
Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Swaziland, Cameroon, Somalia, Liberia, Ethiopia, Iraq, Syria, Afghanistan, Palestine
Obtaining a Nepalese Tourist Visa
A Nepalese visa is mandatory for all tourists. You can obtain it in one of two ways:
Before departure – at a Nepalese embassy or consulate in your home country.
Upon arrival – at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu.
The processing time is up to 15 days, and the visa is valid for 6 months from the date of issue.
Important: You must first start your visa application online via the official Nepal Ministry of Immigration website.
It is strongly recommended to have an assistance contract or insurance covering all medical expenses—including surgery, hospitalization, and medical repatriation. Without such coverage, access to care may be restricted, even in life-threatening situations.
🧭 1. Comprehensive Travel Insurance
Covers general trip-related risks:
Trip cancellation (illness, unforeseen events)
Trip interruption (early return, family emergencies)
Delay or loss of luggage
Civil liability abroad (damage caused to others)
⛰️ 2. Health and Repatriation Insurance
Essential for Nepal, where medical facilities outside Kathmandu are limited:
Medical and hospitalization expenses (often require upfront payment)
Medical repatriation (transfer to home country in case of serious illness/accident)
24/7 assistance to coordinate care and evacuation
💡 Make sure Nepal is included in the coverage area of your insurance or credit card.
🚁 3. Trekking and High-Altitude Insurance
Needed for treks above 3,000–4,000 m:
Mountain search and rescue (including helicopter) – required for TIMS permits
Helicopter evacuation to Kathmandu or Pokhara
Altitude coverage: check limits; some policies stop at 3,000–4,000 m
Recommended companies : Chapka, AVI International, ACS, Europ Assistance, Allianz Travel.
💡 4. Practical Tips
Keep paper and digital copies of your insurance contract and emergency contacts
Call the international assistance number before hospitalization
TRAVEL INSURANCE FOR NEPAL
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