Electronic Travel Authorization Application Instructions

Important: Please read the following instructions carefully before submitting your application.

Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) / Online Visa Application Process

Applicants must complete the online visa application form. Apply Here For ETA

Required Documents for Tourist Visa

1. Copy of Online Visa Application Confirmation Page

   • Print and Submit the confirmation page from the completed online visa application.

2. Valid Passport

   • Original passport with at least six (6) months of validity from the date of entry into Nepal.

   • Must contain at least two (2) blank visa pages.

3. Visa Fee Payment

   • Money Order or Cashier"s Check made payable to: “The Embassy of Nepal, Washington D.C.”

4. Processing Time

   • The processing time will be 4-5 business days.

5. Return Envelope

   • A self-addressed return envelope with a tracking number is required (not needed for in-person pick-up).

Additional Requirements for Refugee or Travel Document Holders

• Sponsorship Letter from a Nepali citizen. Click here to download the Sponsorship Letter.

• Copy of the sponsor's Nepali citizenship certificate.

• A one-time visa will be issued for Refugee or Travel Document holders.

Visa Fees

Requirements for Certain Nationals​​​​​​​: Applicants from Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Cameroon, Swaziland, Somalia, Liberia, Iraq, Ethiopia, Palestine, Syria, and Afghanistan must provide:

• Copy of Online Visa Application Confirmation Page: Apply Here For Application

  • Print and Submit the confirmation page from the completed online visa application.

• Valid Passport

  • Original passport with at least six (6) months of validity from the date of entry into Nepal.

  • Must contain at least two (2) blank visa pages.

• Copy of US Permanent Residence Card / Valid Visa.

• Sponsorship Letter & Nepali Citizenship Certificate of Sponsor (OR) Confirmed Hotel Reservation.

• Visa Fee Payment (Money Order/Cashier"s Check payable to the Embassy of Nepal, Washington, D.C.).

• Return Envelope (self-addressed with tracking number, except for in-person pick-up).

Electronic Travel Authorization for Diplomatic and Official Passports

An ETA shall be issued to individuals holding a diplomatic or official passport for official visits or assignments in Nepal, including accompanying family members.

• The initial diplomatic/official visa is valid for 30 days.

• Extensions can be arranged through the Department of Consular Services, Kathmandu.

Required Documents for Diplomatic/Official ETA

1. Online ETA Application Form - Apply Here

2. Original Diplomatic/Official Passport (minimum six months validity, two blank pages).

3. One Recent Passport-Size Photograph.

4. Note from the Foreign Ministry/Diplomatic Mission/International Organization, stating the purpose and duration of the visit.

Application Submission

Mail or drop off your application along with all required documents to:

Embassy of Nepal
2730 34th Pl NW
Washington, D.C. 20007

Note: For On-Arrival Visa Information Click Here