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Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Nepal?
Chinese citizens can obtain a visa on arrival in Nepal, valid up to 150 days.
Chinese citizens can get a visa on arrival in Nepal, for up to 150 days.
At a glance
| Visa type | Visa on arrival |
|---|---|
| Maximum stay | Up to 150 days |
| Processing time | At the airport or border |
| Application fee | Free |
| Passport validity required | Valid 6+ months |
| Where to apply | On arrival (or apply in advance at nepaliport.immigration.gov.np) |
How to apply, step by step
- Optional: apply in advance online at nepaliport.immigration.gov.np.
- On arrival, go to the visa-on-arrival counter.
- Show your passport, return ticket and accommodation details.
- Get the visa stamp, then go through immigration.
Document checklist
- Chinese passport (valid 6+ months)
- Return or onward ticket
- Accommodation details
Frequently asked questions
How long can I stay?
Up to 150 days on the visa on arrival.
Is the visa free?
Yes. Nepal issues free tourist visas to Chinese citizens, including holders of Hong Kong passports. As with every visitor, the total stay is limited to 150 days per calendar year.
What happens if I overstay?
Fines, possible re-entry bans and complications for future applications.
About this page
Cross-checked against the official government source linked above and the Wikipedia article on visa policy of Nepal. Verified weekly against three independent sources.
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