United States to Nepal tourist visa
Complete Nepal Visa on Arrival requirements, fees, processing times for US citizens. Updated December 2025.
- Visa
- Nepal Tourist Visa
- Fee
- $50
- Processing time
- Immediate
- Length of stay
- Up to 30 days
Required documents
- Valid Passport — Your US passport must be valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date
- Passport-Size Photo — Recent color photograph for visa application
- Arrival Card — Immigration form completed upon arrival
- Visa Fee — Payment for tourist visa
How to apply
- Visa extension — $3 per day (minimum 15 days = $45)
- Late extension penalty — Additional fees apply if visa expired
- Multiple re-entry fee — Included in initial tourist visa
- Valid passport — At least 6 months validity with blank pages 1
- Recent photo — Standard passport-size photograph 1
- Visa fee — Cash in USD or NPR 3
Common questions
- Do American citizens need a visa for Nepal?
- Yes, US citizens require a visa to enter Nepal. The easiest option is the Visa on Arrival available at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport and major land borders. You can also apply online in advance to save time at arrival.
- How much does a Nepal tourist visa cost for Americans?
- Fees are: $30 for 15 days, $50 for 30 days, and $125 for 90 days. All tourist visas are multiple entry, allowing you to leave and re-enter Nepal during the validity period.
- Can I extend my Nepal tourist visa?
- Yes. Tourist visas can be extended at the Department of Immigration in Kathmandu or the Immigration Office in Pokhara. Extension fee is $3 per day (minimum 15 days). The maximum stay is 150 days per calendar year.
- What is the maximum stay in Nepal per year?
- US citizens can stay a maximum of 150 days in Nepal within a calendar year (January to December). This includes all visits and extensions combined.
- Should I apply online or get visa on arrival?
- Online pre-registration is recommended, especially during peak trekking seasons (October-November and March-April) when airport queues can be very long. It does not cost extra and can save significant waiting time.
- Are children exempt from visa fees?
- Yes, children under 10 years old are exempt from Nepal tourist visa fees. However, they still need to go through the visa application process and receive a stamp in their passport.