India → Nepal
Nepal visa requirements for India passport holders
Visa-free entry to Nepal.
Maximum Stay
Per visa issued
Processing Time
No application needed
Visa Fee
No visa fee
Apply
Not required in advance
Passport Validity
At least 6 months validity on arrival — strictly enforced
Blank Pages
At least 1–2 blank visa pages
Entries
Multiple (re-entry OK)
Rule Source
Global visa dataset + curation
Document Checklist (0/4 ready)
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Transiting Nepal?
You can enter this country, so transiting — including separate-ticket self-transfers — is no problem.
Health & Entry
Yellow fever certificate required only if you arrive from (or transited through) a country with risk of yellow fever transmission.
Routine vaccinations should be up to date. Check destination-specific advice (hepatitis A/B, typhoid, malaria prophylaxis) with a travel clinic 4–6 weeks before departure.
Travel medical insurance is strongly recommended everywhere, and mandatory for Schengen visas, Saudi e-visas, and several other programmes.
Official Source
Always apply through the destination government’s official portal — never through look-alike sites charging inflated fees.
Nepal Travel Insurance
Often mandatory for visa approval — get a compliant policy.
Flights to Nepal
Refundable reservations that work as visa proof of travel.
Hotel Bookings
Confirmations accepted by embassies, free-cancellation options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do India passport holders need a visa for Nepal?
Visa-free entry to Nepal.
How long can India passport holders stay in Nepal?
The permitted stay depends on the visa issued — check the sticker/approval or the official source. Category: Visa Free.
How much does the Nepal visa cost for India passport holders?
There is no visa fee for this entry type.
How long does the Nepal visa take to process?
No application needed
What passport validity is required to enter Nepal?
At least 6 months validity on arrival — strictly enforced. Blank pages: at least 1–2 blank visa pages.
Do I need a transit visa when connecting through Nepal?
You can enter this country, so transiting — including separate-ticket self-transfers — is no problem.
More for the India passport
Requirements are compiled from official sources and refreshed regularly, but immigration rules change without notice — always confirm with the destination’s embassy or official portal before booking non-refundable travel.