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Nepal Visa – Requirements and Application
Do I Need a Visa for Nepal?
Yes, a visa is required for travel to Nepal. Visas are normally valid for 90 days, but can be extended.
See below or contact a Passport Health travel documents specialist about other visa types.
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Sources: Embassy of Nepal and U.S. State Department
What Do I Need for a Nepal Visa Application?
As with many countries, Nepal has very specific requirements for submitted a Nepal visa. Requirements often vary based on the type of visa required.
The Nepal government may change this process at any time and is allowed to request additional materials during the visa process.
To see which documents are necessary to get your visa, see the tab corresponding to the visa you are applying for:
When applying for a Nepal Tourist Visa, you need a passport, photograph, and the actual application itself.
Each one of these items have specific requirements that must be met.
Passport:
- Be valid for the next six months
- Contain at least one blank page for the visa stamp
Photograph:
- Taken within the last three months and printed on high-quality photo paper
- Taken against an all white background
- Be two inches by two inches
- Provide the full frontal view of your head with neutral expression
Passport:
- Be valid for the next six months
- Contain at least one blank page for the visa stamp
Photograph:
- Taken within the last three months and printed on high-quality photo paper
- Taken against an all white background
- Be two inches by two inches
- Provide the full frontal view of your head with neutral expression
Proof of Travel:
- Ticket or itinerary that displays your round trip travel and entry and exit dates for your destination
- Show the traveler’s full name as printed on passport
Request Note:
- From the Foreign Ministry, diplomatic mission, or international organization
- Requests official visa
- States purpose of visit
- States dates of visit
While other visa types are available, their requirements can vary greatly. Contact us to find out what you may need for your specific trip.
How Can Passport Health Help Me With the Visa Process?
Passport Health’s travel documents team will walk you through the visa process step-by-step and handle the sometimes difficult communication with embassies and consulates. Contact us today to start your worry-free visa processing.
Customer Reviews
Passport Health – Visas for Nepal
“Our travel document specialist was organized, knowledgeable, and very friendly. Quick process for getting a Nepal visa. Thank you!”
“Great staff who walked me through all the right steps in getting my Nepal visa. They made me feel at ease.”
“This is my first time back in about 2 years. Just like the past, the care, attention to detail, advice, and service are all excellent! I was even able to get a Nepal visa through them!”
“The specialist that helped me was extremely knowledgeable about what I’d need for a Nepal visa. She had everything organized before hand. She had lots of good suggestions and knew what she was talking about!”
“I have visited Passport Health 3 times.. I can’t remember the specialist’s name that helped me get my Nepal visa, but she was awesome as well. I would refer my family and friends to Passport Health. They have an awesome staff!”
“This was the first time I’ve used a travel document service. Passport Health helped me get my Nepal visa quickly and easily. The staff was knowledgeable and made the whole thing less stressful.”
“We came to Passport Health because it is the only place in the city you can get the vaccines we wanted. We had no idea you could also get travel documents! We had our Nepal visa in no time!”
How Much Do Nepal Visas Cost?
Visa fees for Nepal vary based on the type of visa applied for. Costs can range from $25 to over $100 depending on the specifics of a trip. These costs can change at any time based on decisions made by Nepal’s government.
While visas can be obtained at entry, it is best to have one ahead of time to avoid problems when traveling to the region.
The money paid for the visa fee does not include service fees levied by Nepal’s government, cost of postage, processing etc.
Are Any Vaccines Required for Nepal?
Proof of polio vaccination is required for entry to Nepal. Proof of yellow fever vaccination may also be required if you are traveling from a region with the illness or have recently visited there.
For more vaccination information, see our Nepal destination advice page.
U.S. Embassy in Nepal
All U.S. citizens visiting Nepal should register with the STEP program before their trip. This State Department program provides extra information and support in case of emergency. Passport Health’s travel documents staff can assist you in registering.
Once in Nepal, the information for the U.S. Embassy is:
U.S. Embassy Kathmandu
Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal
Tel.: 977-1-423-4000
Fax: 977-1-400-7272
Visit the Embassy to Nepal website before departure to confirm correct contact details for the office.
For More Information About Nepal…
See Passport Health’s Nepal destination advice page with information on safety, climate and more. Or, start you visa process by contacting us today!
Do I Need a Visa for Nepal?
What Do I Need for a Nepal Visa Application?
Nepal Tourism Visa Application
Nepal Business Visa Application
Other Nepal Visa Applications
How Can Passport Health Help Me With the Visa Process?
How Much Do Nepal Visas Cost?
Are Any Vaccines Required for Nepal?
U.S. Embassy in Nepal
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