Passport/Visa & Permit Requirements for Indians in Nepal in 2025

Indians often finalise on Nepal as their vacation destination, owing to numerous reasons. Being an international trip, the first question that arises during planning is if there is a requirement of Nepal visa for Indians. 

With many Indians opting to visit Nepal, it is crucial to properly understand the visa or passport requirements, along with the necessary documents, entry permits, and travel insurance. Furthermore, having a good understanding of Nepal's immigration rules for Indians is important, especially since they are unique compared to other countries.

No, Indian passport holders do not require a visa to travel to Nepal. It is important to note that citizens from most other nations must have a visa to enter Nepal. This exception is only extended to Indian citizens.

However, Indians are required to carry proper credentials issued by the Government of India, the Election Commission of India, etc.

No, since Indian travellers do not require a visa to travel to Nepal, the need for an e-visa or Nepal visa on arrival for Indian also becomes redundant.

Indians can simply travel to Nepal with their passport or other applicable documents which are mentioned later in this article to gain entry to the country, be it the immigration centre at Kathmandu airport or elsewhere.

Yes, Indians travelling to Nepal need passport to enter the country. However, tourists who do not possess a valid Indian passport can produce a few other documents instead to enter the country. These documents are mentioned below in this article.

While Nepal visa requirements for Indian citizens is redundant, the undermentioned documents must be carried by Indians to gain entry.

• Any photo-identity proof issued by Central/State/UT authorities.
  
• A voter ID card issued by the Election Commission of India.
  
• Emergency Certificate issued by the Indian Embassy in Kathmandu.
  

The following Nepal entry requirements for Indian citizens should also be noted carefully.

• Indians aged above 65 years or below 15 years can enter Nepal by producing a photo-identity proof like PAN card, driving license, ration card, etc.
  
• Indians between the age group of 15 and 18 years can enter Nepal using their Identity Certificate issued by the principal of their academic institution.
  

Indian citizens entering Nepal by road with their own vehicle need to submit the following documents, along with their proof of citizenship, at the Nepal border. 

• Registration certificate of the vehicle
• Vehicle insurance paper in original with stamp
• Driving license 
• Pollution under control certificate of the vehicle
• Any government ID card like a passport, voter ID, or Aadhar card
• A Yaatayaat Anumati or vehicle permit
• A Bhansar or customs permit 

You are required to pay customs duty to avail of the Bhansar permit. You can get the application form from the customs counter at the border check post (1).

• You can enter Nepal with your Indian registered vehicle like car and bike by paying a Custom Duty. 
• Indian registered vehicles can stay in Nepal for up to 30 days in a calendar year. It’s not allowed to stay more than 30 days in total in a year, even with payment of charges.
• Remember to register at the Nepalese border check post to obtain a ‘Day Pass/Challan’. 
• For visits beyond the nearest town or overnight stays, vehicles must register and pay charges between NRs.100 to 500 per day depending on the vehicle type. 
• Vehicles with a specific duration pass must exit Nepal before the pass expires but can re-enter with a new pass, within the 30-day annual limit.
• To extend your pass, you must approach the nearest Nepalese Customs Office before the current pass expires.
• You should carry the Pass/Challan at all times, for inspection by authorities and surrender it to Nepali Customs upon exit.
• Vehicles on a ‘Day Pass’ must return to India the same day and return the Pass to Nepal Customs upon exit. 
• If you drive within Nepal without a valid pass, you might encounter harsh legal actions including seizure, confiscation, and auction by Nepal Customs.
• Vehicles can visit the nearest Nepali municipal area/market for a day without paying Customs duty.

You do not need to pay any entry fee to enter Nepal from India by air, provided that all entry requirements for Indian citizens are fulfilled. However, a customs duty fee is required to get the Bhansar permit if you drive your own vehicle into Nepal.

The price for the Bhansar permit is ₹93 or NPR 150 per day for motorcycles and ₹312 or NPR 500 per day for cars. 

*The fees are subject to change. It is recommendable to check the government website for the latest details.

As an Indian visiting the country by air or by road, you can stay in Nepal indefinitely for any length of time. Even though you do not require Nepal visa for Indians, you should keep it in mind to register yourself with the Indian Embassy in Kathmandu after 6 months of stay.  

However, if you enter Nepal by road with your Indian registered vehicle, you will be allowed to stay in Nepal for up to 30 days total in a year.

Indian nationals must obtain a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Embassy of India in Kathmandu to travel to a third country from Nepal. The following documents are required to issue the NOC:

• Original passport and a photocopy

• Original Indian Registration Certificate issued by the Embassy of India, Kathmandu, and a photocopy

• Copy of flight ticket and valid visa

• Two passport-sized photographs

Applicants must submit these documents in person at least three working days before their departure. The consular fee for issuing the NOC is NPR. 2940. However, an NOC is not required for Indian air passengers transiting through Nepal.

No, Nepal immigration rules for India do not require Indians to have a travel insurance policy in place to gain entry in the country. However, availing a travel insurance policy is mandatory for those visiting the country for trekking. 

These policies typically cover medical expenses extending to hospitalisation charges, even if it was caused while enjoying an adventure sport. The loss of luggage is typically reimbursed under these plans, along with the application for lost passports. 

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Having a travel insurance policy does not just help in financially coping with the unforeseen expenses which might come up while travelling to Nepal; it also helps with immediate assistance during the emergency. This even extends to flight delays and other similar issues which might come up while on travel. These policies can be especially helpful while in a foreign country which is unknown to the tourists.

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