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United States to Nepal visa requirements

US passport holders do NOT need a visa in advance. Nepal grants a tourist Visa on Arrival to US citizens at Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu) and major land borders, for 15, 30, or 90 days, paid in cash (USD). Pre-applying online via the Department of Immigration is optional and can speed up the airport process. As of 2026, a United States ordinary passport holder can travel to Nepal for tourism using a Visa on Arrival (VOA). No prior embassy visa is required for short visits by air. VOA is issued at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu and at designated land border entry points. Three duration tiers are offered: 15 days for USD 30, 30 days for USD 50, and 90 days for USD 125. All tourist visas are multiple-entry. The passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival with at least one blank page. Fees are payable in cash (USD preferred) at the visa fee counter; ATMs/exchange exist airside but carrying exact cash is recommended. Travelers can optionally complete the online application form (immigration.gov.np Online Visa Services) within 15 days before arrival to shorten queue time, but the visa itself is still issued and paid at the airport. The total tourist stay is capped at 150 days per calendar year. Extensions are handled by the Department of Immigration (minimum 15-day extension at USD 45, then USD 3 per additional day). At peak season the on-arrival process can take from 20 minutes up to several hours. Nepal is not in the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply.
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 (by duration)
consular fee only
Processing time
Issued same-day at the airport counter (20 minutes to a few hours)
standard track
Validity
Valid for the chosen duration from date of entry; passport must have 6+ months validity
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport validity
Ensure your US passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date and has at least one blank page for the visa stamp.
· 6 months validity· 1 blank page
/02
(Optional) Pre-fill the online application
Within 15 days before travel, complete the form at the Department of Immigration Online Visa Services and print the confirmation to speed up the airport counter.
· immigration.gov.np· optional
/03
Bring a passport photo and cash
Carry a recent passport-size photo and exact USD cash for the visa fee. Card payment and exchange may be available but cash is most reliable.
· USD cash· passport photo
/04
Complete the arrival kiosk/form at Tribhuvan Airport
On landing in Kathmandu, use the visa registration kiosks or fill the arrival form, then select your visa duration (15/30/90 days).
· Kathmandu (KTM)
/05
Pay the visa fee
Proceed to the visa fee collection counter and pay USD 30, 50, or 125 depending on duration. Keep your receipt.
· pay in USD
/06
Get the visa stamp at immigration
Present your passport, photo, and fee receipt to the immigration officer to receive the on-arrival tourist visa stamp and clear entry.
· immigration counter
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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RequiredUS passport valid 6+ months beyond arrival
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredAt least one blank passport page for the visa stamp
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredVisa fee in cash (USD 30 / 50 / 125 by duration)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedRecent passport-size photograph
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
recommended
OptionalCompleted arrival/visa form (online pre-fill optional)
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
recommended
RecommendedProof of onward/return travel
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedHotel booking or address in Nepal
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedTrack cumulative days to stay within 150 days/calendar year
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
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 sourcesUS Department of State - Nepal International Travel InformationNepal Department of Immigration - Tourist VisaNepal Department of Immigration - Visa On Arrival
Application link included: Nepal Department of Immigration - Tourist Visa
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist VOA - 15 daysUSD 30Multiple entry, paid on arrival
Tourist VOA - 30 daysUSD 50Multiple entry, paid on arrival
Tourist VOA - 90 daysUSD 125Multiple entry, paid on arrival
Visa extension (minimum)USD 45Minimum 15-day extension via Dept. of Immigration
Extension per extra dayUSD 3/dayBeyond the minimum 15-day extension
Total estimateUSD 30 — USD 125incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa on Arrival (at airport)
20 minutes to a few hours
Issued the same day at Tribhuvan International Airport; queues are longer in peak trekking season.
Online pre-application
Submit within 15 days before arrival
Optional online form that pre-registers your details to shorten the airport counter time; payment and stamp still done on arrival.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Visa on arrival available to US citizens
Nepal grants tourist VOA to nearly all nationalities, including US passport holders, at Tribhuvan Airport and land borders.
High
/02
No advance embassy visa needed
Short tourist visits do not require applying at a Nepali embassy or consulate before travel.
High
/03
Flexible duration tiers
Choose 15, 30, or 90 days on arrival based on trip length, all multiple entry.
Medium
/04
150-day annual cap
Total tourist stay cannot exceed 150 days within a single calendar year.
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
United States of America to Nepal route verified
Confirmed tourist Visa on Arrival for US ordinary passport holders against the US State Department country page and Nepal Department of Immigration: 15/30/90-day tiers at USD 30/50/125, multiple entry, 150-day annual cap, 6-month passport validity.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do US citizens need a visa before flying to Nepal?—
No. US passport holders receive a tourist Visa on Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport and major land borders. No prior embassy visa is required for short tourist visits.
How much does the Nepal tourist visa cost?+
Is the Nepal tourist visa multiple entry?+
How long can I stay in Nepal as a tourist?+
Can I extend my Nepal tourist visa?+
Should I apply online beforehand?+
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