# Thailand Tourist Attractions Guide for Nepali

> A 4-day Bangkok trip from Nepal costs NPR 90,000–140,000 per person all-in: NPR 35,000–55,000 flight KTM–BKK, NPR 5,000 tourist visa, NPR 20,000–32,000 hotel, NPR 12,000–18,000 food and transport, NPR 15,000–30,000 sightseeing and shopping.

_Published: 2026-04-22 · Updated: 2026-05-27 · Reading time: 6 min · Words: 1400_

## TL;DR

Bangkok is the #1 Thailand destination for Nepali travellers. Total trip cost (4 days, visa + flight + hotel + food + sightseeing) is NPR 90,000–140,000 per person. Tourist visa costs NPR 5,000 and is processed in 7+ working days.

## Key takeaways

- Every Nepali passport holder needs a Thailand visa — no visa-on-arrival for Nepal.
- Bank balance: 6-month statement with ending balance ≥ NPR 1,50,000 (NPR 1.5 Lac).
- Tourist visa fee: NPR 5,000 single-entry / NPR 10,000 multiple-entry.
- Processing: minimum 7 working days after payment.
- Apply via thaievisa.go.th; VFS Global Thamel handles any original document drop-off.
- Yatra For Fun Travel Agency handles end-to-end visa assistance from Koteshwor, Kathmandu.

**A 4-day Bangkok trip from Nepal costs NPR 90,000–140,000 per person all-in: NPR 35,000–55,000 flight KTM–BKK, NPR 5,000 tourist visa, NPR 20,000–32,000 hotel, NPR 12,000–18,000 food and transport, NPR 15,000–30,000 sightseeing and shopping.**

## Article

Answer

  A 4-day Bangkok trip from Nepal costs NPR 90,000–140,000 per person all-in: NPR 35,000–55,000 flight KTM–BKK, NPR 5,000 tourist visa, NPR 20,000–32,000 hotel, NPR 12,000–18,000 food and transport, NPR 15,000–30,000 sightseeing and shopping.

TL;DR: Bangkok is the #1 Thailand destination for Nepali travellers. Total trip cost (4 days, visa + flight + hotel + food + sightseeing) is NPR 90,000–140,000 per person. Tourist visa costs NPR 5,000 and is processed in 7+ working days.

  
    
  
  
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  In this guide

  - Thailand visa categories
- Documents required
- How to apply (step-by-step)
- Full cost table
- Visa assistance service
- Frequently asked questions
- Sources & further reading

Bangkok is 3h 30m from Kathmandu and among the cheapest Southeast Asian city trips for Nepali travellers — but only if the visa lands on the first try. This guide covers everything a Nepali passport holder needs to know about the Thailand visa process in 2026 — documents, fees, processing time, rejection reasons, and where to get help in Kathmandu.

  Key takeaways

  - Every Nepali passport holder needs a Thailand visa — no visa-on-arrival for Nepal.
- Bank balance: 6-month statement with ending balance ≥ NPR 1,50,000 (NPR 1.5 Lac).
- Tourist visa fee: NPR 5,000 single-entry / NPR 10,000 multiple-entry.
- Processing: minimum 7 working days after payment.
- Apply via thaievisa.go.th; VFS Global Thamel handles any original document drop-off.
- Yatra For Fun Travel Agency handles end-to-end visa assistance from Koteshwor, Kathmandu.

### Why Bangkok is the top Thailand destination for Nepali travellers

Over 70,000 Nepali passport holders applied for Thailand visas in 2025, and ~80% visited Bangkok. Direct flights from KTM to BKK (Thai Airways, Nepal Airlines seasonal, Himalaya Airlines) take about 3h 30m, making it the cheapest and fastest Southeast Asian destination for Nepalis.

### Nepal to Bangkok flight + visa cost breakdown

  - Round-trip flight KTM–BKK: NPR 35,000–55,000 (depending on season)

  - Thailand tourist visa (single entry): NPR 5,000

  - Dummy ticket (before visa approval): NPR 999

  - Hotel (3-star, 4 nights): NPR 20,000–32,000

  - Food + local transport (4 days): NPR 12,000–18,000

  - Sightseeing + shopping: NPR 15,000–30,000

  - Estimated total (4 days): NPR 90,000–140,000 per person

### Top Bangkok attractions for Nepali tourists

  - Grand Palace &amp; Wat Phra Kaew — THB 500 entry, half-day.

  - Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn) — THB 200, best at sunset.

  - Chatuchak Weekend Market — Saturday/Sunday only, 8,000+ stalls.

  - Floating Markets (Damnoen Saduak / Amphawa) — half-day out of town.

  - Khao San Road — nightlife hub for backpackers.

  - Ayutthaya day trip — 1.5h by van, UNESCO site.

  - MBK / Siam Paragon / Terminal 21 — shopping malls popular with Nepali shoppers.

### 4-day Bangkok itinerary (embassy-friendly)

  - Day 1 — Arrive BKK, check in to Pratunam hotel, evening MBK mall.

  - Day 2 — Grand Palace → Wat Phra Kaew → Wat Arun → Chinatown dinner.

  - Day 3 — Ayutthaya day trip (van + guide).

  - Day 4 — Chatuchak Market (if weekend) OR Siam Paragon, fly home.

Attach this exact itinerary to your visa application — embassies prefer specific plans over vague ones.

### Thailand tour package vs DIY for Nepali travellers

Nepali travellers have three common paths:

  - Package tour (Yatra): visa + flight + hotel + sightseeing bundled, NPR 75,000–110,000 for 4 days.

  - DIY (book flights, hotel separately, apply own visa): NPR 65,000–95,000 but ~8 hours of planning work.

  - Yatra visa + DIY rest: NPR 5,999–9,999 visa service + your own bookings — the sweet spot.

### Documents required for Thailand tourist visa from Nepal

This is the exact checklist used by the Royal Thai Embassy + VFS Global in Kathmandu for Nepali applicants in 2026:

- 6-month bank statement — ending balance of at least NPR 1,50,000 (NPR 1.5 Lac), in the applicant's own name.
- Passport-size photograph — 35mm × 45mm, white background, recent (within 6 months).
- National ID / Citizenship — Rastriya Parichaya Patra or Nepali Citizenship certificate — clear scan of both sides.
- Passport copy — Bio-page scan. Passport must be valid at least 6 months beyond your planned return date.
- Confirmed round-trip air ticket — With an active airline PNR. A Yatra dummy ticket (NPR 999) works until the visa is approved.
- Confirmed hotel booking — Covering every night of the stay, in the applicant's name.
- National ID card — Second form of Nepali ID — National ID Card / Rastriya Parichaya Patra.

  Tip: keep all documents in a single PDF per category; the e-Visa portal rejects files larger than 3 MB per upload.

### How to apply (step-by-step)

- Register on thaievisa.go.th. Create an account on the official Thailand e-Visa portal and choose "Kingdom of Nepal" as your application location.
- Fill the online application. Passport details, travel dates, Thai address (your hotel), purpose of visit. Upload passport bio, 35×45mm photo, 6-month bank statement (ending balance ≥ NPR 1.5 Lac), hotel booking, confirmed round-trip ticket.
- Pay the visa fee online. Pay online on the portal or via Global IME Bank Manager's Cheque. Non-refundable regardless of outcome.
- Submit at VFS Global (if requested). Most applications are fully digital, but VFS Global Thailand (Chhaya Devi Complex, Amrit Marg, Thamel) may request original documents.
- Wait for approval. Processing takes minimum 7 working days from payment. Approved e-Visa is emailed as a PDF — print it and carry with your passport.

### Thailand visa fees for Nepali citizens (2026)

  
    
      Visa type
      Fee (NPR)
      Stay
      Validity
    
    
      Tourist single-entryNPR 5,00060 days3 months
      Tourist multiple-entryNPR 10,00060 days / entry6 months
      TransitNPR 4,00030 days90 days
      Non-Immigrant B (single)NPR 8,00090 days3 months
      Non-Immigrant B (1-year multi)NPR 20,00090 days / entry1 year
      Non-Immigrant O-A (Retirement)NPR 20,0001 year / entry1 year
    
  

Fees are paid online on the e-Visa portal or via Manager's Cheque from any Global IME Bank branch. Non-refundable regardless of application outcome.

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### Frequently asked questions

#### Do Nepali citizens need a visa for Thailand in 2026?
Yes. Every Nepali passport holder (except diplomatic and official passport holders) needs a valid Thai visa before boarding a flight to Thailand. Visa-on-arrival is not available to Nepali citizens.

#### What is the bank balance requirement for a Thailand visa from Nepal?
The Royal Thai Embassy in Kathmandu and VFS Global require a 6-month bank statement showing an ending balance of at least NPR 1,50,000 (NPR 1.5 Lac) in the applicant's own name.

#### How long does the Thailand visa process take from Nepal?
Minimum 7 working days after payment submission. Apply at least 1 month before travel, no earlier than 3 months before your departure date.

#### How much does a Thailand tourist visa cost for Nepali citizens?
The Tourist Visa (TR) costs NPR 5,000 for single entry (3-month validity) or NPR 10,000 for multiple entry (6-month validity). Fees are non-refundable.

#### How long can Nepali citizens stay in Thailand on a tourist visa?
Up to 60 days per visit on the standard Tourist Visa. Stay can be extended by 30 days at a Thai immigration office for THB 1,900.

#### Where do I apply for a Thailand visa in Kathmandu?
All applications go through the Thailand e-Visa portal at thaievisa.go.th first. Physical document drop-off (when required) is at VFS Global Thailand, 3rd Floor, Chhaya Devi Complex, Amrit Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu.

#### Can I get a dummy flight ticket for my Thailand visa application?
Yes. Yatra For Fun Travel Agency issues verified dummy flight tickets with real airline PNR from NPR 999, delivered by email within 15 minutes. Embassy-accepted for Schengen, UK, US, UAE, and Southeast Asian visa applications.

#### Does Yatra For Fun Travel Agency help with Thailand visa applications?
Yes. Yatra For Fun Travel Agency provides end-to-end Thailand visa assistance from Koteshwor-32, Kathmandu. Call +977 980-2348957 or WhatsApp for a free eligibility review.

### Sources &amp; further reading

- Royal Thai Embassy, Kathmandu — General Information
- Tourist Visa (Type TR) — Official Page
- Thailand e-Visa Portal
- Yatra Visa Check — Thailand

  Last verified against the Royal Thai Embassy in Kathmandu on 19 April 2026. Policies and fees can change — always confirm on kathmandu.thaiembassy.org before you travel.

## Steps

1. **Register on thaievisa.go.th** — Create an account on the official Thailand e-Visa portal and choose "Kingdom of Nepal" as your application location.
2. **Fill the online application** — Passport details, travel dates, Thai address (your hotel), purpose of visit. Upload passport bio, 35×45mm photo, 6-month bank statement (ending balance ≥ NPR 1.5 Lac), hotel booking, confirmed round-trip ticket.
3. **Pay the visa fee online** — Pay online on the portal or via Global IME Bank Manager's Cheque. Non-refundable regardless of outcome.
4. **Submit at VFS Global (if requested)** — Most applications are fully digital, but VFS Global Thailand (Chhaya Devi Complex, Amrit Marg, Thamel) may request original documents.
5. **Wait for approval** — Processing takes minimum 7 working days from payment. Approved e-Visa is emailed as a PDF — print it and carry with your passport.

## FAQ

### Do Nepali citizens need a visa for Thailand in 2026?

Yes. Every Nepali passport holder (except diplomatic and official passport holders) needs a valid Thai visa before boarding a flight to Thailand. Visa-on-arrival is not available to Nepali citizens.

### What is the bank balance requirement for a Thailand visa from Nepal?

The Royal Thai Embassy in Kathmandu and VFS Global require a 6-month bank statement showing an ending balance of at least NPR 1,50,000 (NPR 1.5 Lac) in the applicant's own name.

### How long does the Thailand visa process take from Nepal?

Minimum 7 working days after payment submission. Apply at least 1 month before travel, no earlier than 3 months before your departure date.

### How much does a Thailand tourist visa cost for Nepali citizens?

The Tourist Visa (TR) costs NPR 5,000 for single entry (3-month validity) or NPR 10,000 for multiple entry (6-month validity). Fees are non-refundable.

### How long can Nepali citizens stay in Thailand on a tourist visa?

Up to 60 days per visit on the standard Tourist Visa. Stay can be extended by 30 days at a Thai immigration office for THB 1,900.

### Where do I apply for a Thailand visa in Kathmandu?

All applications go through the Thailand e-Visa portal at thaievisa.go.th first. Physical document drop-off (when required) is at VFS Global Thailand, 3rd Floor, Chhaya Devi Complex, Amrit Marg, Thamel, Kathmandu.

### Can I get a dummy flight ticket for my Thailand visa application?

Yes. Yatra For Fun Travel Agency issues verified dummy flight tickets with real airline PNR from NPR 999, delivered by email within 15 minutes. Embassy-accepted for Schengen, UK, US, UAE, and Southeast Asian visa applications.

### Does Yatra For Fun Travel Agency help with Thailand visa applications?

Yes. Yatra For Fun Travel Agency provides end-to-end Thailand visa assistance from Koteshwor-32, Kathmandu. Call +977 980-2348957 or WhatsApp for a free eligibility review.

## Sources

1. [Royal Thai Embassy, Kathmandu — General Information](https://kathmandu.thaiembassy.org/en/page/general-information?menu=611ccf7f83bccc5fac3c6982) — Royal Thai Embassy, Kathmandu
2. [Tourist Visa (Type TR) — Official Page](https://kathmandu.thaiembassy.org/en/page/tourist-visa-type-tr?menu=611cd040137ac60b0551efb2) — Royal Thai Embassy, Kathmandu
3. [Thailand e-Visa Portal](https://www.thaievisa.go.th/) — Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Thailand
