Skip to main content

Nepal Visa for Zambia Citizens 2026

Visa on Arrival

Zambian citizens can get a visa on arrival at Kathmandu's Tribhuvan International Airport or major land borders — fee USD 30 for 15 days, payable in cash.

Guide last updated September 27, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid at least 6 months
  • 1 passport-size photo if not pre-registering online
  • Completed arrival card
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Return or onward ticket
  • Proof of funds (around USD 30-50/day suggested)
  • Nepal's online arrival form (via nepalimmigration.gov.np) filled in advance to speed up processing

Visa types

  • Tourist visa on arrival: 15 days for USD 30, 30 days for USD 50, 90 days for USD 125, multiple entry
  • Free visa available for children under 10
  • Longer study or work visas require a separate application at the Department of Immigration

Visa on arrival

  • Available at Tribhuvan International Airport (Kathmandu) and select land border crossings such as Kakarbhitta and Belahiya
  • Complete the online pre-arrival form at nepalimmigration.gov.np and save the confirmation
  • Pay the fee in cash (USD preferred) or by card at the visa counter
  • A photo and fingerprints are taken at the counter
  • Processing takes about 15-30 minutes depending on the queue

Fees & processing time

  • USD 30 for 15 days, USD 50 for 30 days, USD 125 for 90 days
  • Issued on the spot on arrival, typically within 15-30 minutes
  • No separate express option, since it is already issued immediately

Tips for Zambia travelers

  • Complete the online arrival form in advance to skip the paper-form queue
  • Carry exact USD cash, since card machines can be unreliable during peak season
  • Keep your visa receipt for any extension application at the Department of Immigration in Kathmandu
  • Extensions cost roughly USD 3/day plus a USD 25 late fee if overdue

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.