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Netherlands to Nepal visa requirements

Yes - Dutch passport holders get a visa on arrival in Nepal. There is no need to apply in advance; you obtain a tourist visa at the airport or land border for USD 30 (15 days), USD 50 (30 days), or USD 125 (90 days), all multiple-entry. Netherlands (ordinary passport) holders traveling to Nepal for tourism receive a Tourist Visa on Arrival (VOA), which is Nepal's standard entry channel for nearly all foreign nationals. The Netherlands is not on Nepal's list of excluded nationalities, so Dutch citizens are fully eligible. The visa is issued at Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu), at Pokhara and Gautam Buddha (Lumbini) international airports, and at designated land border crossings. Fees are tied to duration: USD 30 for 15 days, USD 50 for 30 days, and USD 125 for 90 days, and every tourist visa carries multiple-entry rights within its validity. To speed up arrival, travelers can pre-complete the online application form at immigration.gov.np and print the barcode receipt. Requirements are a passport valid at least 6 months with a blank page, a passport-size photo, and the fee in USD or convertible currency (cards generally accepted). Tourists may stay a maximum of 150 days in any single calendar year, and visas can be extended at Department of Immigration offices. Nepal is not in the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply to this route.
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 (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 minutes
standard track
Validity
Valid for travel within the calendar year of issue; stay begins on entry
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport validity
Ensure your Dutch passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date and has at least one blank page for the visa sticker.
· 6-month validity· Blank page
/02
Pre-fill the online visa form (optional but recommended)
Complete the tourist visa application at the official Department of Immigration portal (immigration.gov.np) before departure, upload a photo, and print the barcode receipt to skip the kiosk queue.
· immigration.gov.np· Valid 15 days
/03
Prepare your documents and fee
Bring a passport-size photo (light background) and the visa fee in US dollars or convertible currency. Cards are generally accepted at the airport.
· USD cash· Photo
/04
Choose your visa duration on arrival
At the VOA kiosk select 15, 30, or 90 days. You can extend later at Immigration offices up to 150 days per calendar year.
· 15/30/90 days
/05
Pay and collect the visa
Pay the fee at the bank counter, then present your receipt and passport to the immigration officer who issues the multiple-entry tourist visa.
· Multiple entry
/06
Clear immigration
Proceed through the immigration desk with your visa stamp; keep the receipt until you leave Nepal.
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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RequiredDutch passport valid 6+ months with a blank page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredOne passport-size photo (light background)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredVisa fee in USD or convertible currency
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedCompleted visa application form (online or at kiosk)
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
recommended
RecommendedPrinted online application barcode receipt
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedReturn or onward ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedProof of accommodation / itinerary
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
OptionalProof of sufficient funds
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
optional
RecommendedTravel insurance (especially for trekking)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
OptionalCash in small USD denominations for exact fee
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
optional
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.
Application link included: Nepal Department of Immigration - Tourist Visa
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist visa - 15 daysUSD 30Multiple entry, paid on arrival
Tourist visa - 30 daysUSD 50Multiple entry, paid on arrival
Tourist visa - 90 daysUSD 125Multiple entry, paid on arrival
Visa extension (first 15 days)USD 45At Department of Immigration offices, if extending
Visa extension - additional daysUSD 3 per dayBeyond the initial 15-day extension block
Total estimateUSD 30USD 125incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Online pre-registration + VOA
Form valid 15 days; arrival processing minutes
Complete the application online at immigration.gov.np, print the barcode, then collect and pay on arrival.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Netherlands is eligible for visa on arrival
Dutch nationals are not on Nepal's list of excluded nationalities, so they qualify for the standard VOA at airports and land borders.
High
/02
VOA is Nepal's primary entry channel
Nepal issues tourist visas on arrival to almost all foreign nationals; no embassy application is needed for a short tourist visit.
High
/03
Multiple-entry flexibility
All tourist visas carry multiple-entry rights, useful for side trips to India, Bhutan or Tibet and re-entry to Nepal.
Medium
/04
Annual stay cap
Tourists may stay no more than 150 days in a single calendar year, which can affect long-stay or repeat travelers.
Low
/05
Excluded-nationality rule does not apply
Some nationalities must apply in advance through a Nepali mission, but the Netherlands is not among them.
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
Netherlands to Nepal route verified
Confirmed via Nepal Department of Immigration and Nepal Tourism Board that Dutch ordinary passport holders receive a multiple-entry tourist visa on arrival at USD 30/50/125 for 15/30/90 days. Netherlands is not on the excluded-nationality list.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Dutch citizens need a visa to visit Nepal?
Yes, but it is issued on arrival. Netherlands passport holders do not need to apply in advance; you get a tourist visa at the airport or land border for USD 30, 50, or 125 depending on duration.
How much does the Nepal tourist visa cost?+
Can I apply online before I travel?+
Is the Nepal tourist visa single or multiple entry?+
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What passport validity does Nepal require?+
/11 — Passport tools

Tools for the Netherlands passport

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