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Saudi Arabia to Nepal visa requirements

Saudi Arabia ordinary passport holders get a tourist Visa on Arrival (VOA) in Nepal. No advance visa is needed: arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu) or a land border, pay the fee, and receive a 15, 30, or 90-day multiple-entry tourist visa. Despite some travel aggregators labeling Nepal "visa-free" for Saudis, Nepal has no visa-waiver with Saudi Arabia and charges the standard VOA fee. A Saudi Arabia ordinary passport holder traveling to Nepal for tourism receives a Visa on Arrival (VOA), the same channel Nepal offers to almost every nationality. Saudi Arabia is NOT on Nepal's VOA exclusion list (which covers Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Eswatini/Swaziland, Cameroon, Somalia, Liberia, Ethiopia, Iraq, Palestine, Afghanistan, Iran, Syria and refugee travel-document holders), so no embassy pre-application is required. The visa is issued at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu and at designated land borders. Fees as of 2026, confirmed by both the Nepal Tourism Board and the Embassy of Nepal in Riyadh, are USD 30 (15 days), USD 50 (30 days) and USD 125 (90 days), all multiple-entry. The Embassy in Riyadh additionally quotes Saudi-riyal equivalents of SR 120 / SR 200 / SR 500. A passport valid for at least six months, a passport photo and a completed arrival form (which can be pre-filled online via the Department of Immigration) are needed. Total stay as a tourist is capped at 150 days per Nepali visa year (January-December). Note: some commercial visa sites incorrectly describe Nepal as visa-free for Saudi nationals; this is not accurate. Saudis must obtain (and pay for) the tourist visa, but it is granted on arrival rather than requiring a prior application, so the practical verdict is Visa on Arrival.
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 Jan-Dec visa year)
per entry
Entries
Multiple entry
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 30 / 50 / 125 (SR 120 / 200 / 500)
consular fee only
Processing time
Issued on arrival, typically 15-45 minutes at the airport
standard track
Validity
Visa valid for the chosen duration from date of entry
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport validity
Ensure your Saudi ordinary passport is valid for at least six months beyond your intended arrival date and has a blank page.
· 6 months validity· Blank page
/02
Pre-fill the online arrival form (optional)
Complete the Tourist Visa form on Nepal's Department of Immigration online portal before departure to speed up airport processing; the form is valid for 15 days.
· immigration.gov.np· Saves time
/03
Bring a passport photo and the fee
Carry one recent passport-size photo (light background) and the visa fee in USD cash or by card; the airport kiosks also accept major convertible currencies.
· 1 photo· USD cash or card
/04
Use the VOA kiosks at Tribhuvan International Airport
On arrival in Kathmandu, scan your passport at an electronic kiosk to generate a receipt, then proceed to the visa fee counter.
· Kathmandu (KTM)· Electronic kiosk
/05
Pay the fee and collect the visa
Pay at the bank/fee counter for your chosen 15/30/90-day option, then present the receipt at the immigration desk to get the visa sticker.
· Fee counter· Immigration desk
/06
Keep documents for extensions if needed
If you plan to stay longer, extend at the Department of Immigration in Kathmandu or Pokhara (up to the 150-day annual cap).
· Extensions available· 150-day cap
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
Saudi Arabia -> Nepal · Tourist Visa on Arrival (VOA)
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RequiredSaudi ordinary 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 photo, light background
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredVisa fee in USD cash or payment card (or convertible currency)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredCompleted Tourist Visa / arrival form (online or at airport kiosk)
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
required
RecommendedConfirmed accommodation or address in Nepal
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 sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance covering Nepal
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
OptionalVerify you are not on Nepal's VOA exclusion list (Saudi Arabia is not)
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 sourcesNepal Tourism Board - Tourist VisaEmbassy of Nepal, Riyadh - VisaNepal Department of Immigration - Tourist Visa
Application link included: Nepal Tourism Board - Tourist Visa
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
VOA tourist visa - 15 daysUSD 30Multiple entry; approx. SR 120
VOA tourist visa - 30 daysUSD 50Multiple entry; approx. SR 200
VOA tourist visa - 90 daysUSD 125Multiple entry; approx. SR 500
Visa extensionUSD 3 per day (min 15 days = USD 45)At Department of Immigration, up to 150-day annual cap
Total estimateUSD 30 — USD 125incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa on Arrival at airport/border
15-45 minutes on arrival
Issued at Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu) and designated land borders; no prior application needed for Saudi nationals.
Apply in advance at Embassy of Nepal, Riyadh
Normally within 24 hours
Optional pre-arrival route; applications accepted Sun-Thu 09:00-14:00. Useful for travelers who prefer a visa before flying.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Nepal grants VOA to nearly all nationalities
Nepal's tourist visa-on-arrival is open to all visitors except a short exclusion list, and Saudi Arabia is not on it.
High
/02
No visa-waiver agreement with Saudi Arabia
Nepal has no bilateral visa-free arrangement with Saudi Arabia, so a (paid) visa is still required even though it is issued on arrival.
High
/03
Tourism is the standard short-visit purpose
The VOA covers tourism, sightseeing, trekking and short visits; it does not permit paid work or business activity.
Medium
/04
Aggregator sites mislabel the route as visa-free
Several commercial visa databases incorrectly call Nepal visa-free for Saudis; official sources confirm a fee-based VOA.
Medium
/05
Annual stay cap
Tourists may stay a maximum of 150 days within a single Nepali visa year (January-December).
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
Saudi Arabia to Nepal route verified
Confirmed via Nepal Tourism Board and Embassy of Nepal in Riyadh that Saudi ordinary passport holders receive a tourist Visa on Arrival (USD 30/50/125 for 15/30/90 days, multiple entry); Saudi Arabia is not on Nepal's VOA exclusion list.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Saudi citizens need a visa for Nepal?—
Yes, but it is issued on arrival. Saudi ordinary passport holders do not need to apply in advance; they receive a tourist Visa on Arrival at Kathmandu airport or a land border by paying the standard fee.
Is Nepal really visa-free for Saudi passport holders?+
How much does the Nepal tourist visa cost for Saudis?+
Where can I get the visa on arrival?+
How long can a Saudi tourist stay in Nepal?+
What documents should I bring?+
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