ENTRY PROCEDURES
What are needed to get a visa?
A valid passport and one passport size photo with a light background. Visa can be obtained through payment only in the following currency: U.S. Dollar, European Euro, UK Pound Sterling, Swiss Franc, Australian Dollar, Canadian Dollar, Singapore Dollar, Japanese Yen, Chinese Yuan, Saudi Arabian Riyal, Qatari Riyal, Thai Bhat, UAE Dirham, Malaysian Ringgit, South Korean Won, Swedish Kronner, Danish Krone, Hong Kong Dollar, Kuwaiti Dinar and Bahrain Dinar. International Credit Card are also accepted for payment of Visa Fee.
Tourist Visa: Multiple entry for 15 days fee US$ 25 or equivalent convertible currency, Multiple entry for 30 days fee US$ 40 or equivalent convertible currency, Multiple entry for 90days fee US$ 100or equivalent convertible currency.
Gratis (Free) Visa:Children below 10 years, For the first visit in one visa year (January to December), gratis visa for 30 days is available only for nationals of South Asian countries like Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. However, visa can be extended from the immigration department on payment of visa fee as specified above. Indian nationals do not require visa to enter Nepal. Chinese tourists are provided gratis visa for Nepal.
However, nationals of the following countries will not get visa on arrival at the immigration entry points of Nepal; Nigeria, Ghan, Zimbabwe, Swaziland, Cameroon, Somalia, Liberia, Ethiopia, Iraq, Palestine, Afghanistan. They need to obtain visa from Nepalese Embassies or Diplomatic Missions in their respective countries prior to their visit to Nepal.
ACCOMMODATION: There is accommodation ranging from 5-star chain hotels and resorts to comfortable lodges in Kathamandu and major tourist destinations. The hotel offers specialty restaurants, conference facilities, exclusive health clubs and business centers. You also have the option of home-stay where you can stay in local houses with the local people and enjoy their traditional food.
THINGS TO DO IN NEPAL
Outdoor Adventures,100% local experiences.
Tour (Holiday/Honeymoon/Incentive/Pilgrimage/Heritage site/Village), Mountaineering/ Expedition, Trekking (Camping/Teahouse), Hiking, Mountain Flight, Paragliding, Altra Gliding, Bungee Jump, Zipline, Jungle Safari, Rafting/Kayaking/Canyoning, RockClimbing, Cyanoning, Horse riding, Yoga/ Meditation, Hunting (Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve), Beekeeping, VariousWorkshops etc.
POPULAR DESTINATIONS
KATHMANDU: Kathmandu is popular for its UNESCO World Heritage Sites, historical monuments, festivals and cultural splendor.
POKHARA: Pokhara is famous for its close-up mountain views, pristine nature, sparkling lakes, limestone caves, deep gorges and waterfalls.
CHITWAN: Chitwan is popular for jungle safari and Terai-life experiences.
On a clear day, the hill resort of Dhulikhel(30km from Kathmandu), Nagarkot(28 km from Kathmandu) and Daman(80 km southwest of Kathmandu) afford magnificent panoramic views of the Himalayan range. These hill stations are very popular for nature lovers and honeymooners.
IN ADDITION: A tourist may bring in dutiable goods, such as tobacco and liquors, within the prescribed quantity free of duty. Carrying narcotics, arms and ammunition are strictly prohibited. Visitors can export souvenirs to their respective countries. The export of antiques, however, requires special permission from the Department of Archeology Nepal.
To ensure safety and quality service it is advisable to use the services of Government registered hotels, lodges, travel agencies, licensed tour guides and hire only authorized trekking guides or porters.
Thanks with gratitude,
Tamang Chhetup
(Private Teacher/Private Tour Guide/Adventure Trekking Guide/Tour & Trekking Planner)
E-mail:tmg.chhetup@gmail.com
Whatsapp No.: 9851175318
Kathmandu, Nepal
2022
Source: NTB Nepal.