Nepal for citizens of India
Visa-free entry - Nepal visa for India citizen in May of 2024
ℹ Indian citizens do not require a visa to visit Nepal. The duration of stay of passport holders of India on the territory of Nepal is Unlimited. Important! Indian nationals may also use their Voter ID card with photograph or Indian Passport to enter Nepal by air and land. Indian citizens may live and work freely in Nepal under the terms of the 1950 Indo-Nepal Treaty of Peace and Friendship. This treaty is implemented in law through section 14 of the Nepal Immigration Act 1992, regulations 3, 20 and 44A of the Nepal Immigration Regulation 1994, and section 8.4 the Nepal Immigration Procedures 2008.
🔑 How to enter to Nepal from India
To enter Nepal, Indian citizens must follow some fairly simple steps. Please note that migration services have the right to request additional documents (return tickets, accommodation reservations and etc.).
- Before traveling to Nepal, check whether your Indian passport is valid. Passport must be valid for 6 months after entering Nepal and have at least 1 blank page for entry stamp.
- Show your Indian passport to the immigration officer upon arrival.
- Getting a visa - an entry stamp in your Indian passport. You are allowed to stay in Nepal for 10000 days.
✅ Requirements for Indian citizens to visit Nepal with tourist visa
- Indian citizens should provide valid passport. Passport must be valid at the all time of entry to Nepal. The passport must be a minimum of one blank page for the entry stamp.
- Medical insurance is recommended, as treatment of Indian citizens on the territory of Nepal is carried out on a commercial basis.
🏢 Indian Embassies and Consulates in Nepal
❓ FAQ
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Do citizens of India require a visa to visit the Nepal?
Indian citizens do not need a visa to visit the Nepal.
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How long Indian citizens are allowed to stay in Nepal without a visa?
The maximum duration of stay in Nepal for citizens of India for a visa-free stay is 10000 days.
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What happens if a Indian passport holder stays in Nepal longer than the visa-free period allowed?
Overstaying visa-free entry to Nepal is punishable by a fine, in case of serious violations a ban on entry to Nepal is possible. It is essential to leave the country before your authorized stay expires or to extend your stay legally if needed.
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Do citizens of India need to show proof of sufficient funds to enter Nepal without a visa?
Nepalese immigration authorities may ask for proof of sufficient funds or a return ticket when entering the country without a visa. It is advisable to have these documents with you when traveling.
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What documents are required for Indian citizens to enter Nepal without a visa?
Indian citizens need a valid passport with at least six months validity, a return or onward ticket, and proof of sufficient funds to cover their stay in Nepal.
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Can Indian work or study during the visa-free stay in Nepal?
The Nepal visa-free stay is usually for tourism purposes only. For working or studying in Nepal Indian citizens usually requires a specific visa, and you should not engage in such activities on a tourist visa-free stay.