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5 guides to help you plan — visas, money, weather and more.
Visa & entry · 15-day visaUS$30Currency & money · CurrencyNepali rupee (NPR)Health & safety · OverallSafe for visitorsSIM & internet · Main networksNcell and Nepal Telecom (NTC)
Before you go
Nepal Visa on Arrival 2026: Fees, eVisa & How to Apply
Nepal visa on arrival in 2026: US$30 for 15 days, US$50 for 30 days, US$125 for 90 days. The new eVisa, who…
- 15-day visa
- US$30
- 30-day visa
- US$50
- 90-day visa
- US$125
- Entries
- Multiple
Is Nepal Safe for Tourists?
Yes. Nepal is one of the friendliest and safest countries in Asia for travellers, and violent crime against tourists is rare. The…
- Overall
- Safe for visitors
- US advice level
- Level 2: increased caution
- Crime
- Low; mostly petty theft
- Biggest risks
- Roads, weather, altitude
Altitude Sickness on Nepal Treks: Signs & Prevention
Altitude sickness is the most common health problem on Nepal's treks, and it can affect anyone, however fit. The good news is…
- Starts from
- About 2,500–3,000 m
- Most common
- Mild AMS
- Safe pace
- +300–500 m a day
- Rest days
- Every 3–4 days
Money & costs
Getting there & around
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