Overview

Nepalese people have been traveling across the world for many years, mainly for student and work-related purposes. Most Nepalis travel to the USA, Australia, Canada, or the UK to continue their studies abroad and support their families back home. But many people also travel solely to travel and visit new places. The requirements for each type of visa differ. Apart from India, Nepalese citizens must have a visa in order to visit other nations. However, Singapore provides visas upon arrival for Nepali citizens.

This article covers everything you need to know about applying for a tourist visa from Nepal, including the application process, required documents, and total costs.

To qualify for a tourist visa, you need to meet these general requirements:

A Valid Passport

The first and foremost thing you will need before applying for a tourist visa is a valid passport with at least 6 months of validity left. It also should have one or two blank pages for the visa stamp for departure and arrival. If you don’t have a valid visa, you must obtain it as soon as possible. We recommend you obtain the visa before you begin your application process.

Visa Application Form

To apply for a tourist visa, you need to fill out a visa application form to continue the process. This can be provided by the country’s embassy or the consulate. While filling out this form, you must be very careful because minor details are monitored and rejected if found. In the visa application form, you may need to upload various documents like bank statements, passport scans, and photographs. In the visa application form, be sure to correctly fill out your date of birth, as it is thoroughly reviewed by the embassy or the country’s government.

Proof of travel plans & accommodations

This part includes round flight ticket reservations. Various countries may also ask you to upload your complete travel itinerary, which may include specifying the total number of days you’re staying, where you’re traveling to, and more. Hotel reservations and invitations may also be needed in some cases. You need to correctly specify all these things if you want no interruption from the country’s embassy.

Financial Statements and Insurance

Many countries require a strong bank balance before you travel to their territory. This is strictly monitored in developed nations like the European Union’s territory, the USA, and Australia. Proof of sufficient funds during your stay may also be required. Some countries require travel insurance that covers your medical emergencies and registration. A strong financial statements may not be needed in developing or underdeveloped countries.

Tourist Visa
Tourist Visa (Source: Freepik)

 

Proof of ties with your home country

This evidence will prove you will return to your home country once your visa expires. This may include:

  • Employment documents
  • Property ownerships
  • Strong family ties, etc

Some Additional Requirements (For Some Nations)

  1. Vaccination Certificates: Some nations may ask you to carry a Covid-19 certificate.
  2. Criminal Record Check: This is one of an applicant’s most important background checks. This demonstrates whether or not the applicant was involved in any criminal activities in the past.

Steps To Apply:

  • Visit the official website of the country you are applying. In some cases, you may also need to visit their embassy.
  • Gather all the required documents and fill out the application form.
  • Schedule an interview (if needed) and attend the interview.
  • Wait for processing (this may take a few days)
  • Acquire the visa online via email or collect it from the respective country’s embassy.

Also Read: Indonesia Visa Process For A Nepali Citizen: A Guide