Afghan citizens visiting Nepal — Pre-arrangement required
Yes. Afghan citizens are NOT eligible for Visa on Arrival in Nepal — the application MUST be lodged in advance at the nearest Nepali Embassy abroad with a Ministry of Home Affairs (MoHA) recommendation letter. The Nepal-side host or sponsor (tour operator, employer, family, university) initiates the MoHA recommendation request.
Updated · May 16, 2026
Afghanistan → Nepal
Pre-arrangement requiredPre-arrangement required — apply at the Embassy of Nepal abroad with a MoHA recommendation letter.
- Citizens of this country are NOT eligible for Visa on Arrival in Nepal. The application must be lodged in advance at the nearest Nepali Embassy / Consulate abroad WITH a recommendation letter from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MoHA), Government of Nepal. The Nepal-side host / sponsor (tour operator, employer, family, university) initiates the MoHA recommendation request.
- Refugees holding a refugee travel document are also excluded from VoA — same pre-arrangement path applies.
Eligible Nepal visa types
tourist
Tourist Visa
Sightseeing, tour, travel, mountaineering, trekking, visiting friends and family.
Fee: $30 / $50 / $125
Stay: 15, 30, or 90 days per visa. Max 150 days total stay per visa year (Jan–Dec).
business
Business Visa
Investors and businesspeople investing in or operating a business in Nepal.
Fee: $20–35/mo · $200–400/yr · $500–1000 / 5-yr · free for ≥NPR 1B invest
Stay: Up to 5 years per grant.
working-non-tourist
Non-Tourist Visa — Working
Foreign nationals working with GoN-affiliated, donor-funded, or any other organisation in Nepal.
Fee: $30–75/mo + re-entry add-on
Stay: Aligned with the work permit / contract duration; max 1 year per renewal at DoI.
study-non-tourist
Non-Tourist Visa — Study
Foreign nationals studying in Nepali educational institutions (university, language school, research fellowship).
Fee: school-tier-based
Stay: Aligned with academic enrolment; renewable annually.
transit
Transit Visa
Foreign nationals transiting through Nepal en route to a third country, max 24 hours.
Fee: $5
Stay: Maximum 24 hours.
Where to apply (nearest Nepali mission)
Embassy of Nepal — Islamabad
Application — step by step
- 1
Get MoHA recommendation
Your Nepal-side host (tour operator, employer, university, family) submits a request to the Ministry of Home Affairs (MoHA) Nepal for a recommendation letter naming you as the applicant.
- 2
Lodge online
Once the MoHA letter is issued, fill the online application at nepaliport.immigration.gov.np/onlinevisa-mission/application — selecting "Embassy of Nepal — Islamabad" as the lodgement embassy.
- 3
In-person interview
Submit the printed application, MoHA letter, passport, photo, and supporting documents at Embassy of Nepal — Islamabad.
- 4
Receive visa sticker
Processing typically takes 2–4 weeks. Visa sticker affixed to the passport — enter Nepal within 6 months from issue date.
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From hotel and apartment bookings to airport pickup, sightseeing tours, and trekking permits — we issue a single NPR invoice and a Kathmandu concierge stays on call throughout your visit.
Frequently asked questions
Everything Afghan travellers ask before applying for a Nepal visa — fees, on-arrival eligibility, documents, extension rules.
Do Afghan citizens need a visa for Nepal?
Yes. Afghan citizens are NOT eligible for Visa on Arrival in Nepal — the application MUST be lodged in advance at the nearest Nepali Embassy abroad with a Ministry of Home Affairs (MoHA) recommendation letter. The Nepal-side host or sponsor (tour operator, employer, family, university) initiates the MoHA recommendation request.
How much is the Nepal visa fee for Afghan citizens?
$30 for 15 days, $50 for 30 days, $125 for 90 days — all multi-entry. Children under 10 are free (except US citizens).
Where do Afghan citizens apply for a Nepal visa?
At the nearest Nepali Embassy abroad — for Afghan applicants, that is Embassy of Nepal — Islamabad. The application is lodged at nepaliport.immigration.gov.np/onlinevisa-mission/application and submitted in person with a Ministry of Home Affairs (MoHA) recommendation letter.
What documents do Afghan citizens need for Nepal visa?
Valid passport (6+ months validity, 2+ blank pages), one passport-size photo, confirmed return / onward ticket, proof of funds (rule of thumb: USD 50–100 per day of stay), and the printed online arrival form receipt with barcode. Plus a Ministry of Home Affairs (MoHA) recommendation letter from the Nepal-side host.
Can Afghan citizens extend their Nepal Tourist Visa?
Yes — at Department of Immigration (Kathmandu Kalikasthan) and Immigration Office Pokhara. Rate: $3 per day with a 15-day minimum, plus $25 surcharge to renew multi-entry. Late fine $5 per day past expiry. Maximum total stay 150 days per visa year (Jan–Dec).
Can Afghan citizens get a Nepal Business or Working visa?
Yes — but only via the Department of Immigration in Kathmandu (not at airport). Business Visa: $20–35 per month based on investment tier (free for investments ≥ NPR 1 billion). Working Visa: $30–75 per month, requires a work permit from Department of Labour and a recommendation letter from the line ministry. Apply at nepaliport.immigration.gov.np/.
Sources
- · https://www.immigration.gov.np/en/post/visa-fee-and-documents-1 — Department of Immigration: full Visa Fee and Documents table (13 categories, official fees in USD)
- · https://www.immigration.gov.np/en/page/visa-on-arrival — Department of Immigration: Visa on Arrival page (restricted-12 list, gratis rules, fee table)
- · https://nepaliport.immigration.gov.np/visa/online — Nepaliport: arrival kiosk pre-fill form (15-day cache)
- · https://nepaliport.immigration.gov.np/onlinevisa-mission/application — Nepaliport: pre-arrival visa via Nepali Embassy abroad
- · https://mofa.gov.np/pages/diplomatic-missions-25/ — Ministry of Foreign Affairs: list of all 43 Nepali Embassies, Permanent Missions, and Consulates General
- · Immigration Act 2049 (1992) + Immigration Regulations 2051 (1994) — governing legislation