As of the latest update on June 7, 2023, Nepal is open to international tourists traveling by air or land. Please note that international tourists are no longer required to provide a proof of certificate or negative PCR test report and are not required to undergo quarantine.
Travelers entering Nepal are not required to provide vaccination certificates until further notice. However, the rules are subject to change, and we strongly recommend checking official government sources, the Embassy of Nepal, or the Nepal Tourism Board.
No. The government of Nepal has lifted all COVID-19 travel restrictions for travelers.
For travelers to Nepal, the passport should be valid for at least six months at the time of entry.
Travelers, regardless of vaccination status, can enter Nepal without restrictions.
Previously, fully vaccinated travelers with a negative PCR test were exempt from the quarantine obligation. Now, the government has eased all quarantine requirements for international arrivals.
A valid passport, a visa (or a visa on arrival), and a completed arrival form are normally required for entry into Nepal.
There is no provision for a Health Declaration Form (HDF) for travelers in Nepal. However, you might be asked to provide information about your health status, recent travel history, and contact details.
Nepal’s land borders are open to international tourists, and there are no specific restrictions on crossing the borders.
Travelers crossing the India-Nepal border are not required to be quarantined.
To enter Nepal via the Nepal-India border, travelers need a valid passport, an appropriate visa (or a visa on arrival), and completed arrival forms. Sometimes, depending on the security provision, they may ask to provide specific documentation, including vaccination certificates or other health-related documents.