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U.S. citizens traveling to Nepal for tourism require a visa. While a visa on arrival is available at the airport and certain land borders, applying for an eVisa online beforehand is recommended to save time upon arrival. Ensure your passport meets the validity requirements.

Key facts

For United States passport holders, tourism or short business trips.

You may need a visa if…

• Getting a visa on arrival may take several hours, especially if arriving by air.
• If arriving by land, ensure you obtain a visa and receive an entry stamp from an immigration officer, as failure to do so will prevent departure.
• For land entry, you must pay visa fees with U.S. cash (bills no older than 2003, in good condition).
• No vaccinations are required but verify any health advisories from the CDC.
• Exercise increased caution due to civil unrest; avoid large crowds and demonstrations.

Before you travel

• ✓Apply for a Nepali eVisa online or plan to obtain a visa on arrival.
• ✓Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date and has at least one blank page.
• ✓Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP).
• ✓Purchase travel insurance that includes medical evacuation coverage.
• ✓Bring U.S. cash (bills no older than 2003, in good condition) if planning to enter by land and pay for a visa on arrival.
• ✓Check local media and embassy alerts for current safety information.
• ✓Be prepared to pay in cash as credit cards are not widely accepted outside major establishments.

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