India
Nepal
Nepal visa for Indian citizens
Entry requirement
Indian citizens can enter Nepal without a visa.
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at in.nepalembassy.gov.np
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Nepali citizens travelling to India
NepalIndia Visa-free India visa for citizens of Nepal
Travel advice for Nepal
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Indian citizens planning a trip to Nepal can compare how foreign ministries rate it: the US State Department rates Nepal at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 3 September 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Nepal (updated 1 October 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Nepal (updated 19 October 2026). The advice is aimed at each government’s own nationals.
Good to know
How long Indian citizens can stay in Nepal
No maximum stay in Nepal is given in the data for Indian citizens; the border officer sets it on entry.
Nepal’s neighbours for Indian citizens
China requires Indian citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Nepali citizens travelling to India
Nepali citizens can enter India without a visa. The rule is the same in both directions between India and Nepal.
Frequently asked questions
Do Indian citizens need a visa for Nepal?
Indian citizens can enter Nepal without a visa.
Do Nepali citizens need a visa for India?
Nepali citizens can enter India without a visa.
Can Indian citizens enter Nepal visa-free?
Yes, Indian citizens can enter Nepal without a visa.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.