- Address
- Lazimpat BP 452, Kathmandu
- Phone
- +977 1 45 12 332
- Website
- np.ambafrance.org
France
Nepal
French Embassy in Nepal
1 embassy
France is represented in Nepal by 1 mission: an embassy in Kathmandu. Nepali citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to France.
French Embassy in Kathmandu
At Lazimpat BP 452, Kathmandu, the French embassy represents France towards Nepal. Its phone number and website are on its page.
France visa for Nepali citizens
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France visa requirements for citizens of Nepal
- Uniform Schengen visa (type C) for France – tourism or private visit
- Long-stay visa (type D) – study, work, family
- Schengen short-stay visa (type C) – business
- Schengen short-stay visa (type C) – visiting family or friends
- Fee: €90
- 13 required documents
checked 22 October 2026
Nepali citizens need a visa for France, obtained before travel. From Nepal, the application is made at the French embassy in Kathmandu or through a visa centre appointed by France.
Nepal’s missions in France
Missions of Nepal in France (2)
In return, Nepal has 2 missions in France, including its embassy in Paris.
Good to know
France in Nepal
Worldwide, France has 386 missions in 176 countries; one of them is in Nepal.
Travel to Nepal for French citizens
French citizens can get a visa on arrival in Nepal, valid for stays of up to 150 days. In Nepal, French citizens can turn to the French embassy for passports and emergency help.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the French embassy in Nepal?
The French embassy is in Kathmandu, at Lazimpat BP 452, Kathmandu.
Do Nepali citizens need a visa for France?
Nepali citizens must obtain a visa before travelling to France.
Do French citizens need a visa for Nepal?
French citizens can get a visa on arrival in Nepal, valid for stays of up to 150 days.
Does Nepal have an embassy in France?
Yes, Nepal has its embassy in Paris, along with 1 other mission in France.