Nepal Visa for Saudi Citizens
Saudi 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.
ntb.gov.np ↗Entering Nepal on a Saudi passport
- → Obtain your visa at the Nepal border/airport on arrival; carry the required fee and documents.
- → See the exact document checklist for Saudi applicants, by visa type.
- → Confirm the latest rules on the destination's official government page before you book.
Documents required for Saudi applicants
The exact documents Saudi citizens must submit for Nepal, by visa type, from the official visa application centre.
otherRenewal of Lost or Damaged Passport
- Original Nepali citizenship certificate and two copies of it. - A copy of passport. - Computer print-out from the immigration office attesting the applicant’s entry into this country and a copy of it. - Police report and a copy of it. - Letter from the Sponsor/Employer - The applicant should be present at the Embassy/ Consulate.
otherPassports for Infants
- Original Nepali Minor Identity Card and two copies of it. - Original relationship verification certificate and two copies of it. - A birth registration certificate (having parents’ name) of the child issued from the competent authority of the government of Nepal and two copies of it. - The original citizenship certificates of parents (Father and Mother) and two copies of them. - The original passports of parents (Father and Mother) and two copies of them. - The original Iqama or ID of parents (Father and Mother) and two copies of them. - The original marriage certificate of parents (Father and Mother) and two copies of them. - Written application from the parents requesting the Embassy/ Consulate for the issuance of the passport to their child. - The parents should be present at the Embassy/Consulate along with the child to submit the live enrollment application.
otherRenewal of Passport
- Original Nepali citizenship certificate and copy of it. - Current original Nepalese passport and one copy of it. - The applicant should be present at the Embassy/ Consulate.
Nepal visa for Saudi Arabia citizens — FAQ
Do Saudi citizens need a visa for Nepal?
Saudi passport holders can get a visa on arrival for Nepal (up to 90 days), so no visa is needed before travelling.
How long can Saudi citizens stay in Nepal?
Saudi passport holders can stay in Nepal for up to 90 days per entry under the current visa on arrival arrangement.
What documents do Saudi citizens need for Nepal?
A valid passport plus the Nepal document checklist for your visa type — Earth Visa lists the full required documents per visa category from the official visa application centre.
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For Saudi citizens