Nepali Travel Visa and Passport
Travelers visiting Nepal need to have a valid passport and a travel visa. These documents are important for any kind of trip to Nepal, whether it is a tour, trek, or climbing. The travelers are responsible for obtaining these documents, and we, Ascent Adventure, will not be liable if you fail to get them and cannot join the trip.
Below, we have arranged detailed information regarding passport and Nepali travel visa:
Passport:
Your passport should be valid for at least six months beyond your intended stay in Nepal. Double-check your passport expiration date and renew it if needed. Also, ensure that your passport has enough blank pages for visa stamps and entry/exit stamps.
Nepali Travel Visa:
Nepal offers different types of tourist visas based on the duration of stay. For instance:-
- 15-day visa: Ideal for short trips or treks. Valid for 15 days from the date of entry into Nepal.
- 30-day visa: Suitable for standard tourist visits or shorter treks. Valid for 30 days from the date of entry.
- 90-day visa: Recommended for longer stays or extended trekking and touring in Nepal. Valid for 90 days from the date of entry.
Likewise, if you are going to stay more than your visa duration, you can apply for a visa extension at the Department of Immigration in Kathmandu or certain immigration offices in major cities. Extensions are typically granted for up to 150 days per calendar year.
Visa fees:
The visa fees are not covered in our package cost. So, you have to cover it by yourself. The visa fees vary based on the duration of stay:
- 15-day visa cost: USD 30
- 30-day visa cost: USD 50
- 90-day visa cost: USD 125
Visa extension cost: USD 3 per day for the first 15 days, followed by USD 2 per day thereafter.
Visa application process:
Travelers can obtain Nepali travel visas in two ways. First, travelers from most countries can obtain an on-arrival visa. It means you can apply for a visa upon landing at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, Nepal, or any land entry border. For this, you have to fill out a visa application form, provide a passport-sized photo, and pay the visa fee in USD cash.
Likewise, you can also pre-apply for an on-arrival tourist visa through the official website of the Department of Immigration of Nepal. The online visa application allows you to fill out the form in advance and expedite the visa issuance process upon arrival.
The second way to get a Nepali travel visa is through the Nepal Embassy or Consulate Office in your country. You can visit these offices and ask the authorities to help you with the travel visa.
Important Note:
i) Make sure to verify the latest visa requirements and regulations with the Nepalese Embassy or Consulate in your country. You can also check the official website of the Department of Immigration of Nepal before your travel dates.
ii) Visa fees are subject to change. So, check the updated information on the Department of Immigration of Nepal website.
iii) Travelers from some countries are not eligible for on-arrival visas. So, check your country's eligibility before leaving for Nepal and obtain the visa accordingly.
iv) If the trip gets canceled at the last minute because of a passport or visa issue, we will not be liable to make any refund.