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Nepal Tourist Visa Fees in 2026
Approximate 2026 Nepal tourist visa fees for 15, 30 and 90 days, plus how to pay and why to confirm current rates.
Nepal sets its tourist visa fees in US dollars, with three durations. As an approximate 2026 guide, expect around US$30 for 15 days, US$50 for 30 days and US$125 for 90 days, each allowing multiple entries. These rates change periodically, so treat every figure here as indicative and confirm the current official fees with Nepal's Department of Immigration before you fly.
The 2026 fee table
| Visa duration | Approximate fee (USD) | Entries |
|---|---|---|
| 15 days | ~US$30 | Multiple |
| 30 days | ~US$50 | Multiple |
| 90 days | ~US$125 | Multiple |
All three are multiple-entry, so you can leave to India, Bhutan or Tibet and return within the validity period without buying a new visa. To pick the right tier, read the tourist visa types and durations guide.
Which visa is best value?
On a per-day basis the 90-day visa is the cheapest, working out to well under US$1.50 a day, while the 15-day visa costs around US$2 a day. The practical rule:
- Short trip (under two weeks): the 15-day visa is cheapest overall.
- Three to four weeks: the 30-day visa usually fits.
- Six weeks or more: buy 90 days upfront — it is normally cheaper than starting with 30 days and paying to extend your visa later.
Who pays less — or nothing
Some travellers pay a reduced fee or none at all. Children under 10 are typically issued a gratis (free) visa, and certain nationalities, including some SAARC neighbours, may also qualify. Indian citizens need no visa at all. The full picture is in our visa-free and gratis countries guide.
How to pay
Visa fees are paid in cash, ideally US dollars, at the bank counter in the arrivals hall before you reach the immigration desk. Other major currencies are usually accepted and card machines sometimes work, but neither is guaranteed — see Nepal visa payment: cash or card for the reliable approach. You can speed things up by completing the online visa application before you fly.
Budgeting your trip
The visa is a small slice of total costs — factor it into your wider Nepal travel budget alongside permits, flights and trekking. This fee guide is part of the Nepal entry and visa essentials collection; for the full process, see the main Nepal visa guide. Because Nepal revises fees from time to time, always confirm the current rates officially before you commit.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a Nepal tourist visa in 2026?+
As an approximate guide, around US$30 for 15 days, US$50 for 30 days and US$125 for 90 days, all multiple-entry. Fees are set in US dollars and change periodically, so confirm the current official rates with the Department of Immigration before you travel.
Which Nepal visa offers the best value?+
Per day, the 90-day visa is the cheapest, so if you plan to stay six weeks or more it is often better value than buying 30 days and extending. For a short trip the 15-day visa is the cheapest outright.
Are children charged a Nepal visa fee?+
Children under 10 are generally issued a free (gratis) visa. Some other categories, including certain SAARC nationals, may also qualify for a gratis tourist visa. Confirm the current exemptions before travelling.
What currency are Nepal visa fees in?+
Fees are denominated in US dollars and paid in cash at the airport or border. Other major currencies are usually accepted, but US dollars are the most reliable. Card payment is sometimes available but can be unreliable.
