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Vietnam to Nepal visa requirements

Yes, Vietnamese ordinary passport holders can travel to Nepal for tourism using a Tourist Visa on Arrival. There is no need to apply in advance; the visa is issued at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu and at designated land borders. A Vietnam ordinary passport holder traveling to Nepal for tourism gets a Tourist Visa on Arrival (VOA). Nepal grants VOA to almost all nationalities; only 13 countries (Afghanistan, Cameroon, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Ghana, Iran, Iraq, Liberia, Nigeria, Palestine, Somalia, Syria and Zimbabwe) must apply in advance at a Nepalese diplomatic mission. Vietnam is not on that list, so Vietnamese citizens are fully eligible. The visa is issued at the immigration counter on arrival in three duration options: 15 days (USD 30), 30 days (USD 50) and 90 days (USD 125). The VOA is a multiple-entry tourist visa. Fees are paid in cash (USD or convertible currency); exact change is recommended. The passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival. Tourists may stay a cumulative maximum of 150 days in any calendar year. An online pre-application form (filled within 15 days before travel, or at airport kiosks) speeds up the counter process. Note: VOA is the entry visa for tourism; if a traveler prefers, a tourist visa can also be obtained in advance from a Nepalese embassy, but it is not required.
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 (15 days), USD 50 (30 days), USD 125 (90 days)
consular fee only
Processing time
Issued at the airport counter, typically 20-60 minutes on arrival
standard track
Validity
Valid for the period purchased; passport must be valid 6+ months
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport validity
Ensure your Vietnamese passport is valid for at least 6 months from your date of arrival in Nepal and has at least one blank page.
· 6 months validity· Blank page
/02
Pre-fill the online arrival form (optional)
Within 15 days before travel, complete the online Tourist Visa form on the Department of Immigration portal and keep the submission receipt. This speeds up the airport queue. You can also use the self-service kiosks on arrival.
· Optional· Within 15 days of travel
/03
Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport or a land border
On arrival in Kathmandu (TIA) or at a designated land border, proceed to the Visa on Arrival area. Use a kiosk to generate your form barcode if you did not pre-apply online.
· TIA Kathmandu· Land borders
/04
Pay the visa fee
Pay USD 30 (15 days), USD 50 (30 days) or USD 125 (90 days) in cash at the visa fee counter. Bring USD or convertible currency in small denominations and keep the payment receipt.
· Cash only· Exact change
/05
Get the visa stamp at immigration
Present your passport, the arrival form/barcode and the fee receipt at the immigration counter to receive your Tourist Visa on Arrival stamp.
· Passport· Fee receipt
/06
Keep within the allowed stay
Do not overstay your purchased duration. Extensions are possible at the Immigration Office, and total stay must not exceed 150 days in the calendar year.
· Max 150 days/year· Extensions available
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items
Personalized checklist
Vietnam -> Nepal · Tourist Visa on Arrival (VOA)
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredVietnamese passport valid 6+ months beyond arrival date
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredAt least one blank passport page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredVisa fee in USD cash (USD 30 / 50 / 125)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedOne recent passport-size photo (recommended; kiosks also capture photo)
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
recommended
RecommendedCompleted online Tourist Visa arrival form or barcode
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
recommended
RecommendedConfirmed onward/return flight booking
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel booking or address in Nepal)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
OptionalEvidence of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
optional
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance for Nepal
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredAddress/details of the entry point for the arrival form
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
required
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 Department of Immigration - Visa on Arrival (official)Nepal Department of Immigration - Tourist Visa (official)Visa policy of Nepal - Wikipedia
Application link included: Nepal Department of Immigration - Visa on Arrival (official)
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
VOA fee - 15 daysUSD 30Multiple entry, paid in cash on arrival
VOA fee - 30 daysUSD 50Multiple entry, paid in cash on arrival
VOA fee - 90 daysUSD 125Multiple entry, paid in cash on arrival
Visa extension (if needed)USD 45 (min 15 days) + USD 3/day extraPaid at the Immigration Office in Kathmandu or Pokhara
Total estimateUSD 30 — USD 125incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa on Arrival at TIA / land border
20-60 minutes at the counter
Standard route: fill the form, pay cash, get the stamp on arrival. No advance application required.
Tourist visa in advance at a Nepalese Embassy
A few business days
Optional pre-arranged tourist visa from a Nepalese diplomatic mission; useful if you prefer to avoid airport queues, but not required for Vietnamese passports.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Nepal grants visa on arrival to nearly all nationalities
Nepal's open VOA policy issues tourist visas at entry to citizens of all but a small set of restricted countries.
High
/02
Vietnam is not on the VOA-ban list
Only 13 countries (e.g. Afghanistan, Iran, Iraq, Nigeria, Syria) must apply in advance. Vietnam is not among them.
High
/03
Ordinary passport, short tourist stay
The visit is for tourism within the 15/30/90-day VOA durations, the exact use case the on-arrival tourist visa covers.
High
/04
No mutual visa-waiver for ordinary passports
Only Vietnamese diplomatic/service passport holders enjoy visa exemption; ordinary passports still need the VOA.
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
Vietnam to Nepal route verified
Confirmed via Nepal Department of Immigration and 2026 VOA ban-list news that Vietnam ordinary passport holders get a multiple-entry Tourist Visa on Arrival (USD 30/50/125). Vietnam is not among the 13 countries barred from VOA.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Vietnamese citizens need a visa to enter Nepal?—
Yes, but it is issued on arrival. Ordinary Vietnamese passport holders receive a Tourist Visa on Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport and at designated land borders; no advance application is required.
How much does the Nepal visa on arrival cost?+
Is the Nepal tourist visa single or multiple entry?+
Can I apply online before traveling?+
How long can a Vietnamese tourist stay in Nepal?+
What passport validity does Nepal require?+
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