Nepal Visa RequirementsFor Canada passport holders
Canadian passport holders can visit Nepal and obtain a visa on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. The fee for a 90-day visa on arrival is USD $125.
Canada passport holders can obtain a Visa on Arrival at Nepal ports of entry.
Visas on arrival are available at Tribhuvan International Airport and major land border crossings. Fee tiers: 15 days USD $30, 30 days USD $50, 90 days USD $125. Pay in US dollars cash. You will need passport photos, a completed arrival form, and proof of onward travel. Ensure your passport has at least six months of validity. Trekking permits for restricted areas such as the Annapurna Circuit or Everest Base Camp require separate permits obtainable in Kathmandu or Pokhara.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
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Canada to Nepal: What You Need to Know
Nepal is the world's premier trekking and mountaineering destination, home to eight of the world's fourteen 8,000-metre peaks including Mount Everest. The Annapurna Circuit, Everest Base Camp trek, and Langtang Valley are among the most iconic trekking routes in the world. Beyond the Himalayas, Kathmandu's Durbar Squares and Pashupatinath Temple offer extraordinary Hindu and Buddhist cultural immersion, and Chitwan National Park provides excellent wildlife viewing including one-horned rhinoceros and Bengal tigers. Nepal is accessible, affordable, and extremely well set up for independent and guided trekking tourists.
Practical Tips
- Complete the online pre-arrival form at nepalimmigration.gov.np before departure to receive a QR code that speeds up processing at the airport kiosk.
- The Everest Base Camp trek (EBC) takes approximately 14 days round trip and requires a TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System) card and a Sagarmatha National Park entry permit, both obtainable in Kathmandu or Lukla.
- Altitude sickness is a serious risk above 3,000 metres; ascend gradually, follow the "climb high, sleep low" principle, and carry altitude medication after consulting a doctor.
- The best trekking seasons are October-November (post-monsoon, clear skies) and March-April (pre-monsoon, rhododendrons in bloom); avoid June-September monsoon and December-January extreme cold.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Canadians need a visa for Nepal?
Canadian passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival in Nepal. The most popular option is a 30-day tourist visa for USD 50. A 15-day visa costs USD 30 and a 90-day visa costs USD 125. Complete the online pre-arrival form before departure to speed up processing.
Do I need a permit to trek in Nepal?
Yes. Most trekking areas require a TIMS (Trekkers Information Management System) card and national park or conservation area entry permits. For the Everest region, a Sagarmatha National Park permit is required; for Annapurna, an ACAP permit. These are obtainable in Kathmandu or at trail entry points.
What is the best time to trek in Nepal?
The two best trekking seasons are October to November (post-monsoon, clear skies, good visibility) and March to April (pre-monsoon, rhododendrons in bloom, generally clear). June to September is the monsoon season with heavy rain and leeches on lower trails; December to February is cold at altitude.
What is altitude sickness and how do I prevent it?
Altitude sickness (Acute Mountain Sickness or AMS) occurs when ascending too quickly to high altitudes. Symptoms include headache, nausea, dizziness, and fatigue. Prevent it by ascending gradually (no more than 300-500m per day above 3,000m), spending acclimatisation days, staying hydrated, and consulting a doctor about medications like Acetazolamide before your trek.