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Do Finland passport holders need a visa to visit NP?

Finnish ordinary passport holders can get a Nepal tourist visa on arrival (VoA) at Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu), other international airports, and designated land borders. No advance visa from an embassy is required. Choose 15, 30, or 90 days, pay in USD, and bring a passport-photo and passport valid 6+ months. Optional online pre-registration speeds up the airport process. Finland is NOT on Nepal's list of nationalities barred from visa on arrival, so Finnish tourists obtain their visa at the point of entry. The tourist visa is multiple-entry and is issued in 15-day (USD 30), 30-day (USD 50), or 90-day (USD 125) increments, with a maximum cumulative stay of 150 days within a single calendar year. At arrival you complete an electronic arrival/visa form (online beforehand or at airport kiosks), pay the fee in cash (USD preferred; major currencies and a QR payment option also accepted), and receive the visa sticker. Passports must be valid for at least six months with blank pages. Nepal is not in the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS are not relevant here. Optional online pre-registration via the Department of Immigration generates a barcode/receipt valid for 15 days that shortens queue time at the border. Visas can be extended in-country at Department of Immigration offices in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
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.
/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Visa on arrival (tourist), multiple entry
Maximum stay
15, 30 or 90 days (max 150 days per calendar year)
per entry
Entries
Multiple
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 30 (15 days) / USD 50 (30 days) / USD 125 (90 days)
consular fee only
Processing time
On arrival, typically issued within minutes at the counter
standard track
Validity
Single tourist visa valid for the chosen duration within the same calendar year
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport validity and photo
Ensure your Finnish passport is valid for at least six months beyond arrival and has blank pages. Carry at least one passport-size photo.
· 6+ months validity· 1 photo
/02
Pre-register online (optional but recommended)
Complete the Tourist Visa / arrival form on the Nepal Department of Immigration website to receive a barcode receipt. It is valid for 15 days and cuts queue time at the airport.
· Optional· Barcode valid 15 days
/03
Fill the kiosk form on arrival (if not pre-registered)
At Tribhuvan International Airport use the self-service kiosks to enter your details and print the visa registration slip.
· Airport kiosk
/04
Pay the visa fee
Pay USD 30, 50, or 125 depending on the duration you choose. Cash in USD is preferred; major currencies and QR-code payment are also accepted.
· USD cash preferred
/05
Get the visa stamped at immigration
Present your passport, slip/barcode, photo, and payment receipt at the visa-on-arrival counter to receive the visa sticker.
· Immigration counter
/06
Extend in-country if needed
Extend at the Department of Immigration in Kathmandu or Pokhara (minimum 15 days, USD 45, then about USD 3/day) up to the 150-day annual limit.
· Extensions in Nepal
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Personalized checklist
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Finnish passport valid 6+ months with blank pages
required
One recent passport-size photo
required
Visa fee in USD cash (USD 30 / 50 / 125)
required
Completed arrival/visa form (online or airport kiosk)
required
Online pre-registration barcode (used within 15 days)
recommended
Proof of onward/return travel
recommended
Hotel booking or address in Nepal
recommended
Sufficient funds for the stay
recommended
Travel/medical insurance (advisable for trekking)
optional
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
15-day tourist VoAUSD 30Multiple entry, paid on arrival
30-day tourist VoAUSD 50Multiple entry, paid on arrival
90-day tourist VoAUSD 125Multiple entry, paid on arrival
Visa extensionUSD 45 + ~USD 3/dayMinimum 15-day extension at Department of Immigration
Total estimateUSD 30USD 125incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Online pre-registration
Form valid 15 days; visa still issued at arrival
Complete the Department of Immigration form online to get a barcode that speeds up the airport process.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Finland is eligible for visa on arrival
Finland is not on Nepal's restricted list (Afghanistan, Cameroon, Ethiopia, Ghana, Iraq, Liberia, Nigeria, Palestine, Somalia, Eswatini, Syria, Zimbabwe), so Finns obtain the visa at entry.
High
/02
Insufficient passport validity
Passports must be valid for at least six months; travelers are denied boarding or entry if shorter.
Medium
/03
No USD cash for the fee
The fee is best paid in USD cash; relying on cards or minor currencies can cause delays.
Medium
/04
Exceeding 150 days in a calendar year
Tourist visas are capped at a cumulative 150 days per calendar year; overstays incur fines.
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 · major
Finland to Nepal route verified
Verified against Nepal Department of Immigration guidance and corroborating sources: Finland is eligible for tourist visa on arrival; fees USD 30/50/125 for 15/30/90 days, multiple entry, 150-day annual cap.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Finnish citizens need a visa before traveling to Nepal?
No advance visa is required. Finnish ordinary passport holders receive a tourist visa on arrival at Nepal's international airports and designated land borders.
How much does the Nepal tourist visa cost?+
Is the visa on arrival single or multiple entry?+
Should I pre-register online?+
How long can I stay?+
Is Nepal part of Schengen or ETIAS?+
/11 — Passport tools

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