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title: Nepal visa for citizens of South Africa
description: "Citizens of South Africa can get a visa on arrival in Nepal. Stay up to 15 days. Fee: $30. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Nepal visa for citizens of South Africa

Citizens of South Africa 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 Visa (Visa on Arrival)
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 15 days
- **Visa validity:** 15 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
- **Proof of funds:** Sufficient funds for stay

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at port of entry** — Proceed to the visa-on-arrival counter at the airport or land border.
2. **Complete application form** — Fill out the visa application form provided at the counter.
3. **Submit documents and fee** — Hand over your passport, photos, completed form, and payment.
4. **Receive visa** — Officer issues a visa sticker in your passport.
5. **Proceed to immigration** — Present your passport with visa to immigration officer for entry stamp.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months
- **Passport-size photographs** (Identity): Two recent photos
- **Visa application form** (Travel): Completed on arrival
- **Visa fee** (Financial): USD 30 or equivalent in cash
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Nepal
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): Cash, bank statement, or traveler's checks
- **Hotel booking confirmation** (Travel, optional): Recommended but not mandatory

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** USD 50 per day of stay
- Cash
- Bank statement
- Traveler's checks

Proof not strictly enforced but recommended to carry sufficient funds.

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival is valid for 15 days only and cannot be extended.
- Carry exact visa fee in cash (USD) as some desks may not have change.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from entry date.
- **Lack of onward ticket** — Have a confirmed return or onward flight booking.
- **Criminal record or security concern** — Check in advance if prior bans or issues exist.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of South Africa need a visa for Nepal?

Citizens of South Africa can get a visa on arrival in Nepal. Visa type: Tourist Visa (Visa on Arrival).

### How long can citizens of South Africa stay in Nepal?

Up to 15 days.

### How much does the Nepal visa cost for citizens of South Africa?

Government fee: $30.

### What documents do citizens of South Africa need for Nepal?

Passport; Passport-size photographs; Visa application form; Visa fee; Return or onward ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; and 1 more depending on your situation.

### How long must my passport be valid for Nepal?

At least 6 months.

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