Kuwait passport → Nepal

Nepal visa for citizens of Kuwait

Visa on arrivalVisa on Arrival · Tourist (up to 90 days)

Citizens of Kuwait can get a visa on arrival in Nepal.

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

Key facts

Entry route	Visa on Arrival · Tourist (up to 90 days)
How to apply	Get your visa at the border
Maximum stay	Up to 90 days
Entries	Single entry
Processing time	On arrival
Government fee	$30
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required

How to apply

1
Prepare documents
Ensure passport, photos, onward ticket, and visa fee ready.
2
Arrive at Nepal entry point
Go to the Visa on Arrival counter at Tribhuvan International Airport or a designated land border.
3
Fill out visa application form
Complete the arrival card/visa form (available at the counter).
4
Submit documents and pay fee
Hand over passport, photos, form, and pay the visa fee in cash.
5
Receive visa sticker
The immigration officer will issue the visa on arrival and affix it in your passport.
6
Proceed through immigration
Show your passport with visa and boarding pass for entry.

Documents checklist

Identity

Passport (valid at least 6 months from arrival date)
Must have at least two blank pages.
Passport-size photographs (2 × 2 inch, recent, white background)
Two photos are usually required for the visa on arrival form.

Travel

Onward/return ticket
Proof of departure from Nepal within visa validity.

Supporting

Visa fee (cash – USD or equivalent convertible currency)
Payable at the immigration counter upon arrival.
Completed arrival card / visa application form
Provided on board or at the airport immigration area.

Good to know

Kuwaiti passport holders are eligible for visa on arrival; no pre-approval needed.
Visa fee is approximately $30 USD for 15/30 days; longer stays may cost more – confirm at counter.
Only single-entry visa on arrival is issued; extensions possible at Nepal Immigration in Kathmandu.

Common refusal reasons

Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)

Renew passport before travel.

No onward/return ticket

Carry proof of onward travel.

Inadequate funds or no visa fee in acceptable currency

Carry USD or convertible currency for fee.

FAQ

Do citizens of Kuwait need a visa for Nepal?

Citizens of Kuwait can get a visa on arrival in Nepal. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (up to 90 days).

How long can citizens of Kuwait stay in Nepal?

Up to 90 days.

How much does the Nepal visa cost for citizens of Kuwait?

Government fee: $30.

What documents do citizens of Kuwait need for Nepal?

Passport (valid at least 6 months from arrival date); Passport-size photographs (2 × 2 inch, recent, white background); Onward/return ticket; Visa fee (cash – USD or equivalent convertible currency); Completed arrival card / visa application form.

How long must my passport be valid for Nepal?

At least 6 months.

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