Travel Authorisation Nepal

Description

Swiss citizens require a visa to enter Nepal. Fortunately, the process is straightforward, with options to obtain a tourist visa either online through the eVisa system or directly on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu and at designated land border crossings. Tourist visas are available for 15, 30, or 90 days, with fees varying accordingly.

Our Travel Authorisation Nepal service assists Swiss travelers with visa application steps, required documents, and entry preparation to ensure a smooth journey.

Visa process and timing:
Swiss citizens can choose between two main visa routes:

1. Visa on arrival – Available at Kathmandu Airport and several land border posts. Travelers fill out an application form, provide a passport photo, and pay the fee in cash (US dollars recommended). Processing usually takes 15–30 minutes.

2. eVisa (online pre-application) – Travelers may complete the online visa form before departure, then finalize the process upon arrival at the airport by presenting the confirmation slip, passport, and payment. This helps shorten wait times.

Tourist visas are generally issued for 15, 30, or 90 days, with fees of about US $30, $50, or $125 respectively.

Entry requirements for Swiss citizens include:

• A Swiss passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the stay

• Completed visa application (on arrival or online)

• One recent passport-sized photo

• Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or trekking agency details)

• Return or onward travel ticket

Health and insurance requirements:
Nepal does not mandate vaccinations for Swiss travelers. However, proof of yellow fever vaccination is required if arriving from or transiting through an endemic country. Recommended vaccines include hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, and rabies for trekking or long stays. Travelers should also consider altitude sickness prevention when visiting high mountain regions. Comprehensive travel insurance covering medical care, evacuation, and trekking activities is strongly advised, as healthcare facilities outside Kathmandu are limited.

Customs and border rules:
Travelers can bring personal belongings duty-free within reasonable limits. Restricted items include firearms, narcotics, and certain cultural artifacts. Export of antiques, religious statues, and rare manuscripts is prohibited without authorization. Currency above US $5,000 in cash must be declared.

Stay limits and extensions:
Tourist visas can be extended at the Department of Immigration in Kathmandu or Pokhara, generally up to a total of 150 days per calendar year. For work, study, or long-term stays, a different visa type is required and must be arranged through Nepalese authorities.

Nepal offers Swiss travelers Himalayan trekking, spiritual experiences, and cultural highlights in cities like Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, and Pokhara. With our Travel Authorisation Nepal service, Swiss citizens receive expert guidance on visas, health measures, and customs rules for a worry-free trip.