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Nepal visa for Nigerian citizens
Nigeria 
Nepal Nigeria passport holders need to obtain a visa from an embassy, consulate or visa centre before travelling to Nepal.
Yes, a visa is required
- Entry requirement
- Visa required
- Maximum stay
- Set by the visa
- Apply before travel
- Yes
- Last updated
- February 2026
How to apply
Checked November 2026Tourist visa via a Nepalese Embassy/Mission (online mission portal)
- Fee
- Varies by mission
- Processing
- Set by the mission
At the border
- Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the travel date.
- Indian citizens do not need a visa to enter Nepal.
- Tourist stays are capped at 150 days per calendar year (January to December).
- Overstaying is fined USD 5 per day; visa fees are non-refundable once issued.
- Restricted nationalities must obtain a visa through a Nepalese embassy before travel.
Official source: Department of Immigration, Nepal (Ministry of Home Affairs) · Not yet confirmed officially: Launch date of the direct ETA/eVisa portal, evisa.processing time (described only as fast online processing), Re-entry fee rule (page mentions an additional USD 25 re-entry fee without detail), scamWarning: none found on the page read
What Nigeria passport holders need to do
- Find the embassy, consulate or visa application centre that covers where you live.
- Complete the application form and gather your documents: passport, photos, itinerary, proof of funds and accommodation.
- Book an appointment, pay the fee and give biometrics if they are required.
- Wait for the decision before you book non-refundable travel.
Nigeria is one of 12 passports in the “visa required” group for Nepal. See the full Nepal visa requirements for every passport.
Easier alternatives in Asia for Nigeria passport holders
Nepal is one of 111 destinations in the “visa required” group for the Nigeria passport, which ranks #86 worldwide with a mobility score of 43. Of 50 destinations in Asia, 5 need no visa arranged in advance; the easiest are listed below.
| Destination | Requirement | Max stay |
|---|---|---|
 Cambodia | Visa on arrival | – |
 Iran | Visa on arrival | – |
 Lebanon | Visa on arrival | – |
 Maldives | Visa on arrival | – |
 Timor-Leste | Visa on arrival | – |
| Nepal | Visa required | – |
Frequently asked questions
Do Nigerian citizens need a visa for Nepal?
Nigeria passport holders need to obtain a visa from an embassy, consulate or visa centre before travelling to Nepal.
Can Nigerian citizens get a visa on arrival in Nepal?
No. Nigeria passport holders must obtain a visa before travelling to Nepal.
Do Nepal citizens need a visa for Nigeria?
Nepal passport holders need a visa for Nigeria, and it can be applied for online as an e-Visa.
Nepal visa requirements for other passports
Data last updated February 2026. This page covers short visits such as tourism. Rules can change at short notice and differ for work, study or long stays. Confirm with the embassy or official immigration website of Nepal before you book.