Nepal Entry Requirements for U.S. Citizens

Entry Requirements for U.S. Citizens: Nepal

Note:Entry regulations are generally stable but can change - check with the Embassy of Nepal in Washington, D.C. or the U.S. Department of State before traveling.

Passport & Visa Requirements

• Passport validity: Your U.S. passport must be valid for at least six months beyond your date of entry.
• Blank pages: At least one blank page is required for entry and exit stamps.
• Visa requirement: U.S. citizens must have a visa to enter Nepal.
• Visa types: Tourist visas are available in 15, 30, or 90-day durations.
• Visa availability: Can be obtained on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu or at certain land border crossings, or in advance from a Nepalese embassy or consulate or a reliable Nepal visa courier. Online visa pre-application is available to speed up processing.

Entry Procedures

• Required documents: Valid passport, completed visa application form, passport-sized photo, and visa fee (cash-usually in USD).
• Visa fee: Typically about US$30 (15 days), US$50 (30 days), or US$125 (90 days).
• Proof of onward/return travel: Not always requested, but travelers should carry proof of onward or return tickets in case immigration asks.
• Extensions: Tourist visas can be extended from within Nepal at the Department of Immigration.

Health & Vaccinations

• Routine vaccinations: No mandatory vaccinations are required for entry from the U.S.
• Yellow fever: A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required only if arriving from or transiting through a country with yellow fever risk.
• Other recommended vaccines: Hepatitis A, typhoid, and rabies may be recommended for travelers visiting rural areas or staying long-term.
• COVID-19: There are no COVID-related entry requirements (no proof of vaccination or testing as of 2025).

Traveling with Minors

• Parental authorization: No special entry requirements exist, but a notarized parental consent letter is recommended if a child is traveling alone or with only one parent.

Additional Restrictions & Considerations

• Currency declaration: Travelers carrying over $5,000 USD (or equivalent) in cash must declare it on arrival.
• Gold and silver: Bringing in gold jewelry, coins, and ornaments of more than 50 grams by female travelers, more than 25 grams by male travelers, and silver jewelry of more than 100 grams is not allowed. Pure, raw, unworked bars of gold and silver cannot be carried through ports of entry.
• Security advisory: The U.S. Department of State currently advises Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions in Nepal, with Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution in some remote areas.
• Visa overstays: Overstaying your visa will result in fines and may cause delays in departure or affect future travel to Nepal.