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Nepal visa for citizens of India

Visa-freeVisa-free entry (1950 Indo-Nepal Treaty of Peace and Friendship)

Citizens of India can visit Nepal without a visa.

Verified · Last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Visa-free entry (1950 Indo-Nepal Treaty of Peace and Friendship)
How to apply	No visa needed — just go
Government fee	No visa fee
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Not required

How to apply

1
Choose an accepted identity document
Use a valid Indian passport or a photographic Voter ID card.
2
Travel to Nepal by air or land
No visa application is required; present your document at immigration.
3
Complete arrival formalities
Fill any arrival form and clear immigration at the border or airport.

Documents checklist

Identity

Indian passport
Valid Indian passport accepted for entry by air or land.
Voter ID card with photograph
Optional
Alternative identity document accepted for entry by air or land.
Children under 18 travel documents
Optional
Minors may need a birth certificate or passport; Voter ID alone is generally for adults.

Good to know

Indian nationals may live and work freely in Nepal under the 1950 Indo-Nepal Treaty of Peace and Friendship.
A Voter ID card is accepted only if it carries a photograph; other ID cards are not valid for entry.

Common refusal reasons

Presenting an ID document without a photograph (e.g. Aadhaar alone)

Carry a valid Indian passport or photographic Voter ID card.

FAQ

Do citizens of India need a visa for Nepal?

Citizens of India can visit Nepal without a visa. Visa type: Visa-free entry (1950 Indo-Nepal Treaty of Peace and Friendship).

What documents do citizens of India need for Nepal?

Indian passport; Voter ID card with photograph; Children under 18 travel documents.

Sources

Traveling To Nepal From India: Visa & Entry Requirements 2025 (travelistia.com, third-party site)
Nepal Entry Requirements for Indian Citizens — No Visa Needed | EntryBrief (entrybrief.com, third-party site)
Nepal Visa for Indian Citizens: 2026 Complete Entry Guide (pridenepaltravel.com, third-party site)

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