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Do Germany passport holders need a visa to visit NP?

Q: How much does the Nepal tourist visa cost in 2026?

USD 30 for 15 days, USD 50 for 30 days, and USD 125 for 90 days. Pay in cash, with USD being the easiest currency.

Q: Is the Nepal tourist visa single or multiple entry?

The standard tourist visa is multiple entry for the chosen duration, so you can leave and re-enter Nepal during its validity.

Q: How long can I stay in Nepal as a tourist?

Up to the duration you pay for (15, 30 or 90 days), and you can extend at the Department of Immigration up to a maximum of 150 days within a single calendar year.

Q: Does the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS apply to Nepal?

No. Nepal is not in the Schengen area or the EU, so neither the Schengen short-stay rule nor ETIAS applies. Nepal uses its own 150-day annual limit.

Q: What do I need at the immigration counter?

A passport valid for 6+ months, a passport-size photo, the completed visa form (online receipt or kiosk), and the fee in cash.

German ordinary passport holders do NOT need a visa in advance for Nepal. They get a tourist Visa on Arrival (VoA) at Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu), Pokhara, Gautam Buddha (Lumbini) airports and designated land borders. Fees: USD 30 (15 days), USD 50 (30 days), USD 125 (90 days), multiple-entry, max 150 days per calendar year. Nepal grants Visa on Arrival to German citizens (and all EU nationals) for tourism. You can apply at the immigration counter on arrival or pre-fill the online form for a faster process. Choose 15, 30, or 90 days; the visa is multiple-entry. Pay in cash (USD preferred; EUR, GBP and other major currencies plus Nepali rupees accepted). Passport must be valid for at least 6 months. Nepal is NOT in the Schengen area, so the 90/180 Schengen rule and ETIAS do not apply. Citizens of a short list of countries (e.g. Nigeria, Afghanistan, Iraq, Syria) are excluded from VoA, but Germany is fully eligible.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Visa on Arrival (tourist)

Maximum stay

15, 30 or 90 days (max 150 days per calendar year)

per entry

Entries

Multiple entry

from issue date

Visa fee

USD 30 / 50 / 125 (15 / 30 / 90 days)

consular fee only

Processing time

Issued on arrival (typically 20-60 min at the airport)

standard track

Validity

Valid for the chosen duration from date of entry; passport must have 6+ months validity

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Check passport validity

Ensure your German passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date and has a blank page for the visa sticker.

· 6 months validity· Ordinary passport

/02

Pre-fill the online visa form (optional but recommended)

Complete the Tourist Visa form on the Department of Immigration website within 15 days of travel, then print the barcoded receipt to speed up the counter process.

· immigration.gov.np· Valid 15 days

/03

Arrive and use the kiosk if not pre-filled

At Tribhuvan, Pokhara, Gautam Buddha airports or a land border, fill the form at a self-service kiosk if you did not do it online.

· Airport kiosk· Land borders

/04

Pay the visa fee

Pay USD 30 (15 days), USD 50 (30 days) or USD 125 (90 days) in cash at the bank counter. USD is easiest; EUR/GBP and Nepali rupees are accepted.

· Cash only· USD preferred

/05

Get the visa stamped at immigration

Present your passport, photo, payment receipt and the form to the immigration officer to receive the on-arrival visa sticker.

· Passport photo· Receipt

/06

Extend in-country if needed

Extend at the Department of Immigration in Kathmandu or Pokhara, up to a combined maximum of 150 days per calendar year.

· Max 150 days/year· Dept. of Immigration

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

9 items

Personalized checklist

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German ordinary passport valid 6+ months beyond arrival

required

At least one blank passport page for the visa sticker

required

One recent passport-sized photo

required

Visa fee in cash (USD recommended)

required

Completed tourist visa form (online receipt or airport kiosk)

recommended

Proof of onward/return travel

recommended

Proof of sufficient funds for the stay

recommended

Accommodation details / itinerary

recommended

Travel/medical insurance (advised for trekking)

optional

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist VoA - 15 daysUSD 30Multiple entry, up to 15 days

Tourist VoA - 30 daysUSD 50Multiple entry, up to 30 days

Tourist VoA - 90 daysUSD 125Multiple entry, up to 90 days

Visa extensionUSD 45 + USD 3/dayUSD 45 for the first 15 days, then USD 3 per additional day; max 150 days/year

Total estimateUSD 30 — USD 125incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa on Arrival (online form + airport)

Issued on arrival (20-60 min)

Pre-fill the form online, print the barcoded receipt, then pay and collect the visa at the airport counter. Fastest, most reliable route.

Visa on Arrival (kiosk only)

Issued on arrival (can be longer in peak season)

Fill the form at an airport kiosk on arrival without pre-registration; expect longer queues March-May and September-November.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Germany is an EU nation eligible for VoA

Nepal grants visa on arrival to all EU citizens, including German ordinary passport holders.

High

/02

Tourism is a permitted VoA purpose

Short tourist/leisure visits are exactly what the on-arrival tourist visa covers.

High

/03

Germany is not on the excluded-nationality list

Only a small list (e.g. Nigeria, Afghanistan, Iraq, Syria) must apply in advance; Germany is not among them.

Medium

/04

Nepal is not in the Schengen area

No Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS applies; Nepal sets its own 150-day annual limit.

Low

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30

Germany to Nepal route verified

Confirmed via Nepal Department of Immigration and Nepal Tourism Board that German/EU citizens receive a tourist Visa on Arrival; 2026 fees USD 30/50/125 for 15/30/90 days, multiple entry, 150-day annual cap.

/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do German citizens need to apply for a Nepal visa before travelling?—

No. German ordinary passport holders receive a tourist Visa on Arrival at Nepal's international airports and designated land borders. Applying in advance at a Nepalese embassy is optional.

How much does the Nepal tourist visa cost in 2026?+

Is the Nepal tourist visa single or multiple entry?+

How long can I stay in Nepal as a tourist?+

Does the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS apply to Nepal?+

What do I need at the immigration counter?+

/11 — Passport tools