Nepal Tourist Visa Extension 2026: How to Apply, What to Prepare, and Where to Find the Latest Fees
A practical, up‑to‑date guide for extending a Nepal tourist visa in 2026. It explains how to locate the correct immigration office, what documents are normally required, how to find the current fee on the official Department of Immigration website, and what risks come with overstaying. No fixed fee amounts or unverified office details are given — readers are shown how to confirm everything themselves.
If you arrived in Nepal on a tourist visa and need more time, the process is straightforward — but the details (office locations, required papers, and the exact fee) can change from year to year. The only reliable source is the Department of Immigration’s own website, so the steps below focus on how to get the current information yourself.
Where to apply
The Department of Immigration’s head office in Kathmandu (Kalikasthan) handles extensions for all nationalities. Regional immigration offices in Pokhara and Birgunj also process tourist‑visa extensions, but the list of eligible nationalities and the days they accept applications vary. Before you travel to any office, open immigration.gov.np, go to the “Visa Services” or “Tourist Visa Extension” page, and note the address, counter number, and opening hours shown there.
Documents you will likely need
Requirements are posted on the same page, but the usual set includes:
- A passport that is valid for at least six months beyond the requested extension date and that shows your current tourist visa or entry stamp.
- The completed visa‑extension application form (downloadable from the site or available at the counter).
- Two recent passport‑size photographs.
- Proof of onward travel — a booked flight, bus, or train ticket out of Nepal.
- Evidence of where you are staying (hotel booking confirmation, hostel receipt, or a letter from your host).
- A way to pay the fee in Nepali rupees (cash is always accepted; some counters also take cards or a bank‑transfer slip).
Always double‑check the list on the official page the day you go, because additional documents (such as a trekking permit for certain areas) are sometimes requested.
Finding the current fee
The fee table is published on the visa‑extension page of the Department of Immigration site. It is usually broken down by the number of extra days you want. Because the amount can be revised without much notice, do not rely on any figure you see in older guides or forums. When you are on the page, note the amount shown for the length of stay you need, and compare it with the amount quoted at the counter. If they differ, politely ask the officer to point you to the official schedule on the website.
What happens if you overstay
Remaining in Nepal after your visa expires without an extension can result in fines, detention, and a ban on future entry. The exact penalty structure is published in the “Overstay” section of the immigration site. If you think you might exceed your allowed days, apply for the extension well before the expiry date.
Quick checklist before you head to the office
- Visit immigration.gov.np and locate the tourist‑visa‑extension page.
- Write down the office address, counter number, and opening hours for the location you will use.
- Download and fill out the application form, or plan to fill it in at the counter.
- Gather the documents listed above and keep them in a folder.
- Check the fee table for the number of extra days you need and note the amount in Nepali rupees.
- Bring enough cash (or a card) to cover the fee plus a small buffer.
- Ask for a stamped receipt when you pay and keep a photo of it on your phone.
Because rules can shift, the safest habit is to verify everything on the official site the day you plan to apply. That way you avoid surprises at the counter and keep your stay in Nepal fully legal.
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