Visa requirements

Nepal

General visa requirements for travelling to Nepal. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.

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Transit visa (Transit Visa)

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Visa on arrival

• Maximum stay: 1 days
• Processing time: Immediate
• Fee: Varies
• Validity: 24 hours
• Entry: Single entry

Transit visa valid for 24 hours. Immigration Officer may issue interim (transit) visa to any foreign national who needs to spend a night in Nepal before traveling to third country or to any passenger of aircraft that has made emergency landing at Nepalese airport. Such visa will be valid for one day.

Eligibility

• Purpose of visit

  For passengers in transit to third country or emergency landing situations

  Includes

  • Transit to third country
  • emergency landing passengers

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6

• Flight reservation

  Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

  Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: No

How to apply

1. Document gathering

   Present passport and onward travel confirmation

2. Document submission

   Request transit visa from Immigration Officer at airport

3. Visa collection

   Receive 24-hour transit visa

This information is provided for general guidance only. Visa requirements can change frequently and may vary by nationality. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for assistance.