🇳🇵Nepal Visa for Bhutanese Citizens2026 Requirements, Fees & Documents

Visa on arrival90 days max stay

Bhutanese passport holders can get a visa on arrival for Nepal (up to 90 days), so no visa is needed before travelling.

Citizens of most countries are eligible for visa on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu), Pokhara International Airport, and Gautam Buddha International Airport (Bhairahawa/Lumbini), as well as other designated land border entry points. Options: 15 days (US$30), 30 days (US$50), 90 days (US$125). Multiple-entry. Maximum stay per calendar year is 150 days. Nationals of the following countries are NOT eligible for visa on arrival and must obtain a visa from a Nepalese diplomatic mission in advance: Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Eswatini (Swaziland), Cameroon, Somalia, Liberia, Ethiopia, Iraq, Palestine, Afghanistan, Syria, and Iran (added March 13, 2026 per Ministry of Home Affairs decision). Refugees holding travel documents are also excluded. Official/diplomatic passport holders of restricted-country nationals retain access.

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Entering Nepal on a Bhutanese passport

  • → Obtain your visa at the Nepal border/airport on arrival; carry the required fee and documents. Apply here ↗

Nepal visa cost for Bhutanese citizens

Fee for Bhutanese citizens

Free

SAARC nationals (except Afghanistan) receive a gratis 30-day tourist visa on first entry in a calendar year; standard fees apply beyond 30 days or on repeat visits within the year.

Tourist visa on arrival - 15 days (multiple entry)

Free

15 daysofficial source
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Tourist visa on arrival - 30 days (multiple entry)

Free

30 daysofficial source
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Tourist visa on arrival - 90 days (multiple entry)

Free

90 daysofficial source
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Applications are handled via VFS Global — a service fee applies on top of the visa fee.

Fees checked 2 Jul 2026 · sourced from official government fee schedules

Nepal visa for Bhutanese citizens — FAQ

Do Bhutanese citizens need a visa for Nepal?

Bhutanese passport holders can get a visa on arrival for Nepal (up to 90 days), so no visa is needed before travelling.

How long can Bhutanese citizens stay in Nepal?

Bhutanese passport holders can stay in Nepal for up to 90 days per entry under the current visa on arrival arrangement.

What documents do Bhutanese citizens need for Nepal?

A passport valid for at least six months, proof of onward travel and funds, and any documents required for the specific Nepal visa category.

How much does the Nepal visa cost for Bhutanese citizens?

The Nepal visa is free of charge for Bhutanese citizens under Nepal's nationality-based fee schedule.

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