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Nepal Visa for India Citizens
2026 — Cost & Requirements

No. Indian citizens do not need a visa to enter Nepal — you can stay with no time limit. Carry a valid passport or Voter ID.

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The quick answer — 2026

No. Indian citizens do not need a visa to enter Nepal — you can stay with no time limit. Carry a valid passport or Voter ID.

Under the 1950 Indo-Nepal Treaty, Indian citizens need no visa and face no time limit — carry a valid passport or Voter ID (Election Commission photo ID).

Apply on arrival at Kathmandu (TIA) airport or online as an e-visa — same fee. Pay in USD cash; bring a passport valid 6+ months and a passport photo. Children under 10 are free. Fees reviewed June 2026 — confirm the live rate before travel.

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No visa required — Indian citizens enter freely, no fee, no time limit.

  • Apply on arrival at Kathmandu (TIA) airport, or online as an e-visa beforehand — same fee.
  • Pay in USD cash (easiest); bring a passport-size photo and a passport valid 6+ months.
  • Fees reviewed June 2026 — confirm the live rate before you travel.
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What Indian travellers need to carry

Valid passport or Voter ID

Proof of nationality. A passport is recommended when flying in.

Arrival card

A short card filled at the airport; use the dedicated Indian-nationals counter.

Onward/return ticket

Occasionally requested — keep your booking accessible.

Full process, e-visa vs on-arrival, and extensions: see the complete Nepal visa guide.

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Nepal visa FAQs — India citizens (2026)

Do Indian citizens need a visa for Nepal?+
No. Indian citizens do not need a visa to enter Nepal. Carry a valid passport or a Voter ID (Election Commission photo ID) to prove nationality. There is no fee and no time limit on your stay.
What documents do Indian travellers need to enter Nepal?+
A valid passport or Voter ID. By air, a passport is recommended. You fill a short arrival card and use the dedicated counter — no visa sticker, no fee.
How long can Indian citizens stay in Nepal?+
There is no fixed limit under the 1950 Indo-Nepal Treaty — you may stay as long as you can support yourself.
Can I extend my Nepal tourist visa?+
Yes — extend at the Immigration Office in Kathmandu or Pokhara: US$45 for 15 days, then US$3/day. Maximum tourist stay is 150 days per visa year.
Do you arrange the trip once I have my visa?+
Yes — Travel Himalaya Nepal handles trekking permits, a licensed guide, accommodation and transfers. You sort your visa and arrive; we do the rest.

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