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Russian Federation to Nepal visa requirements

Q: How much does the Nepal tourist visa cost?

USD 30 for 15 days, USD 50 for 30 days, and USD 125 for 90 days. All are multiple-entry and must be paid in cash.

Q: Can I apply online before I travel?

Yes. The Department of Immigration portal lets you complete the form up to 15 days before arrival and print a barcode receipt, which speeds up the airport process. It is recommended but not mandatory.

Q: How long can a Russian tourist stay in Nepal?

Up to 90 days per visa, and a maximum of 150 days total within a single Nepali visa year (January to December). Extensions are available at Immigration offices.

Q: Are Russian diplomatic passport holders treated the same?

No. Diplomatic and official Russian passport holders are visa-exempt for up to 90 days, but ordinary passport holders must still obtain the paid visa on arrival.

Q: What payment is accepted for the visa fee?

Cash only, in US dollars or other convertible currency. Carry exact change, as card payment and change at the counter can be unreliable.

Russian ordinary passport holders can get a Nepal tourist visa on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu) and at land border entry points. Fees are USD 30 (15 days), USD 50 (30 days), or USD 125 (90 days), payable in cash. No prior visa from an embassy is required. Nepal grants visa on arrival to citizens of most countries, including Russia. Russia is not on Nepal's list of nationalities barred from VOA (which covers a small set of African and Middle Eastern states plus refugees on travel documents). A Russian ordinary passport holder traveling for tourism simply arrives at Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu), or an eligible land border, completes the arrival form (online in advance or at an airport kiosk), pays the fee in cash, and receives a multiple-entry tourist sticker visa. Three durations are available: 15 days (USD 30), 30 days (USD 50), and 90 days (USD 125). The visa is valid for stays within a single Nepali visa year (January to December), and tourist stays are capped at 150 days per visa year. Online pre-application via the Department of Immigration portal speeds the airport process but is not mandatory. Russian diplomatic and official passport holders are visa-exempt for up to 90 days, but this does NOT apply to ordinary passports, which still need the VOA. Nepal is not in the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS are not relevant here.

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 (selectable)

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 15-45 minutes at the airport

standard track

Validity

Valid for travel within the Nepali visa year (Jan-Dec); max 150 days tourist stay per visa year

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Check passport validity

Ensure your Russian ordinary passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended arrival date and has at least one blank page for the visa sticker.

· 6 months validity· 1 blank page

/02

Pre-fill the online arrival form (recommended)

Within 15 days before travel, complete the Tourist Visa application at the Department of Immigration portal and print the barcode receipt to speed up the airport process.

· nepaliport.immigration.gov.np· print receipt

/03

Arrive at an eligible entry point

Land at Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu) or use a designated land border crossing where visa on arrival is issued.

· TIA Kathmandu· land borders

/04

Complete the form at a kiosk (if not done online)

Use the self-service kiosk machines in the arrivals hall to fill the form and generate the receipt; bring a passport photo as backup.

· airport kiosk· passport photo

/05

Pay the visa fee in cash

Choose 15, 30, or 90 days and pay USD 30 / 50 / 125 in cash (USD or convertible currency) at the visa fee counter. Keep exact change.

· cash only· exact change

/06

Get the visa stamped at immigration

Present your passport, receipt, and payment slip at the immigration desk to receive your multiple-entry tourist visa sticker.

· multiple entry· sticker visa

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

11 items

Personalized checklist

Russian Federation -> Nepal · Tourist Visa on Arrival (VOA)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredRussian ordinary passport valid 6+ months with a blank page

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RecommendedOnline arrival form receipt with barcode (or fill at kiosk)

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

recommended

RecommendedOne recent passport-size photo (35x45mm)

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

recommended

RequiredVisa fee in cash: USD 30 / 50 / 125

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RecommendedReturn or onward flight ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

recommended

RecommendedHotel booking or address in Nepal

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

OptionalTravel/medical insurance covering Nepal

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

optional

RequiredOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.

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 sourcesEmbassy of Nepal, Moscow - Visa Nepal Department of Immigration - Tourist Visa Nepal Tourism Board - Tourist Visa

Application link included: Embassy of Nepal, Moscow - Visa

Open link

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist Visa - 15 daysUSD 30Multiple entry, paid in cash on arrival

Tourist Visa - 30 daysUSD 50Multiple entry, paid in cash on arrival

Tourist Visa - 90 daysUSD 125Multiple entry, paid in cash on arrival

Visa extension (after arrival)USD 45 (15 days) + USD 3/dayDone at Department of Immigration offices if extending

Total estimateUSD 30 — USD 125incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa on arrival at the airport

15-45 minutes on arrival

Fill the form (online beforehand or at kiosk), pay cash, and get the sticker at immigration. Standard route for tourists.

Online pre-application before travel

Submit within 15 days of arrival

Complete the form on the Immigration portal and print the barcode receipt to shorten the airport queue. Still pay and finalize on arrival.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Russia is not on Nepal's VOA-restricted list

Only a small set of nationalities (e.g. Afghanistan, Iraq, Syria, Nigeria, Somalia) plus refugees on travel documents are barred from visa on arrival; Russia is eligible.

High

/02

Embassy of Nepal in Moscow confirms VOA

The official Nepali mission in Russia states Russian citizens can obtain tourist visas on arrival at TIA and other entry points.

High

/03

Diplomatic exemption does not cover ordinary passports

Russian diplomatic/official passport holders are visa-exempt up to 90 days, but ordinary passport holders still need the paid VOA.

Medium

/04

Cash payment required

Visa fees must be paid in cash (USD or convertible currency); cards are unreliable at the counter, so travelers should carry exact change.

Medium

/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

Russia to Nepal route verified

Confirmed via the Embassy of Nepal (Moscow), Nepal Department of Immigration, and Nepal Tourism Board that Russian ordinary passport holders receive a tourist visa on arrival (15/30/90 days at USD 30/50/125). Russia is not on the VOA-ineligible list.

/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Russian citizens need a visa before flying to Nepal?—

No. Russian ordinary passport holders can obtain a tourist visa on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport and at designated land borders. No prior embassy visa is required.

How much does the Nepal tourist visa cost?+

Can I apply online before I travel?+

How long can a Russian tourist stay in Nepal?+

Are Russian diplomatic passport holders treated the same?+

What payment is accepted for the visa fee?+

/11 — Passport tools