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Italy to Nepal visa requirements

Italian passport holders can get a Nepal tourist visa on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu) and at land borders. No advance visa is needed; you pay the fee in USD cash and receive a multiple-entry tourist visa of 15, 30, or 90 days. Italy (IT) ordinary passport holders are eligible for a Nepal tourist Visa on Arrival (VoA). Nepal is not in the Schengen area, so Schengen/ETIAS rules do not apply. Italy is not on Nepal's list of nationalities excluded from VoA, so Italian travelers can obtain the visa directly at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu or at major land border crossings. The visa is issued for a short tourist stay in three standard tiers: 15 days (USD 30), 30 days (USD 50), or 90 days (USD 125), and all tiers are multiple-entry by default. Travelers fill in the arrival form (via airport kiosk or the pre-arrival online form at immigration.gov.np), pay the fee in convertible foreign currency (USD strongly preferred and most reliably accepted), and present a passport valid for at least 6 months with a recent passport photo. Stays can be extended at the Department of Immigration up to a cumulative maximum of 150 days per visa (calendar) year. Visa-on-arrival processing at the airport is quick but queues are common in peak trekking season (spring and autumn). Optionally, completing the online application before departure speeds up the kiosk step.
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
Tourist Visa on Arrival (VoA)
Maximum stay
15, 30 or 90 days (per tier); extendable up to 150 days/visa 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 (minutes; longer in peak season)
standard track
Validity
Valid from date of issue for the chosen duration; use within the visa year
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport and photo
Ensure your Italian passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival and has a blank page. Carry one recent passport-size colour photo (white background) for the form.
· 6 months validity· 1 photo
/02
(Optional) Pre-fill the online arrival form
To save time at the airport kiosk, complete the pre-arrival tourist visa form on the Department of Immigration site within 15 days of travel and print or save the submission receipt.
· immigration.gov.np· Within 15 days of travel
/03
Complete the form on arrival
At Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu) use the self-service kiosk to fill or retrieve your visa application and get the printed slip.
· Kiosk at TIA
/04
Pay the visa fee
Pay USD 30 (15 days), USD 50 (30 days) or USD 125 (90 days) at the visa fee counter. Pay in cash; USD is most reliably accepted (Nepali rupees and Indian currency are refused).
· Cash only· USD preferred
/05
Get the visa at immigration
Present passport, kiosk slip, photo and fee receipt to the immigration officer, who issues the visa sticker. Be ready to show onward/return ticket and accommodation if asked.
· Onward ticket· Hotel booking
/06
Extend if needed
To stay longer, extend at the Department of Immigration in Kathmandu or Pokhara, up to a cumulative 150 days per visa year.
· Max 150 days/year
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
Italy -> Nepal · Tourist Visa on Arrival (VoA)
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RequiredItalian passport valid 6+ months with a blank page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredOne recent passport-size colour photo (white background)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredVisa fee in USD cash (30 / 50 / 125)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredCompleted visa application (kiosk or pre-arrival online form)
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
required
RecommendedReturn or onward flight ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel/booking)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
OptionalPre-arrival online form receipt (to speed kiosk step)
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
optional
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance (esp. for trekking)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredStay within 150-day annual cumulative limit
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Official sourcesNepal Department of Immigration - Visa on ArrivalNepal Department of Immigration - Tourist VisaNepal Tourism Board - Tourist Visa Information
Application link included: Nepal Department of Immigration - Visa on Arrival
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
VoA 15 days (multiple entry)USD 30Short visit tier
VoA 30 days (multiple entry)USD 50Most common tourist tier
VoA 90 days (multiple entry)USD 125Long-stay tier
Visa extension (first 15 days)USD 45Then USD 3 per additional day
Total estimateUSD 30 — USD 125incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa on arrival at airport/border
Minutes (longer in peak season)
Fill kiosk form, pay fee, receive visa sticker. Standard route for Italian tourists.
Pre-arrival online application
Submit within 15 days of travel
Optional online form completion before departure to shorten the kiosk queue; visa is still issued and paid at the airport.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Italy eligible for visa on arrival
Italy is not on Nepal's list of nationalities excluded from VoA, so Italian passport holders can obtain the tourist visa at entry without applying in advance.
High
/02
Short tourist stay
VoA covers tourism and short visits for 15, 30 or 90 days, matching typical trip lengths.
High
/03
Nepal is outside Schengen
Schengen 90/180 and ETIAS rules do not apply; Nepal sets its own entry policy.
Medium
/04
Cash fee in USD required
Fees must be paid in convertible currency, with USD most reliably accepted at the counter.
Medium
/05
Annual stay cap
Tourist stays are capped at a cumulative 150 days per visa year, which affects long or repeat visitors.
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
Italy to Nepal route verified
Confirmed via Nepal Department of Immigration that Italian ordinary passport holders are 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 Italian citizens need a visa for Nepal?—
Yes, but it is issued on arrival. Italian passport holders do not need to apply in advance; they get a tourist visa on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport or major land borders.
How much does the Nepal visa on arrival cost?+
Is the Nepal tourist visa single or multiple entry?+
Can I apply for the Nepal visa online before I travel?+
How long can I stay in Nepal on a tourist visa?+
Does Schengen or ETIAS apply to Nepal?+
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