Nepal visa requirements for Thais
Travel and visa requirements
Nepalese Visa is not required for Thais
Stay Duration: 90 days
Entry Requirements
- Nepal is a country between India and Tibet, located in the southern part of Asia.
- Kathmandu is the capital and also the largest city in Nepal.
- Thailand citizens can visit Nepal by obtaining a visa upon their arrival at the following airports and land borders in Nepal; Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu Birganj (India border), Bheemdatta (India border), and Kodari (China side: Zhangmu Port, which is currently available for cargo transaction only).
- This tourist visa allows Thais to stay in Nepal for a duration of 90 days.
- All visitors will be required to provide a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the date of arrival in Nepal. The passport should have at least one blank page for visa stamping.
- The importation of foreign currency amounting to $5,000 must be declared on arrival into Nepal.
- Cambodia citizens visiting with pets (cats and dogs) must be accompanied by a veterinarian health and rabies certificate.
- A detailed printed itinerary of your time in Nepal and a confirmation of accommodation during the stay is needed.
- Travellers below the age of 18 must show travel authorization from their parents or guardians. Children under the age of 10 can get a visa on arrival for free.
- Tourists are required to provide proof of enough funds to spend during their stay in Nepal.
- Thai Airways, Thai Lion Air, and Malaysia Airlines are some of the airline carriers that fly from Thailand to Nepal.
- The estimated flight time from Thailand to Nepal is 3 hours, 27minutes while the distance is 2,223 km.
- The official language of Nepal is Nepali, formerly called Khas-Kura. It is the most spoken language in the country.
- The Nepalese rupee is the official currency in Nepal. The US Dollars can be used at hotels, airlines and for travel agents. Visitors are advised to exchange their foreign currencies at banks and other exchange outlets.
- Nepal has a variety of climate and is influenced by maritime and continental factors. It has four distinct climates, Spring, which lasts from March to May, Summer last from June to August, Autumn is from September to November and winter which is from December to February.
- The religion demography in Nepal includes Hindu, Buddhist, Muslim, Kirant and Christian. However, Hindu is the most practised religion.
- Visitors can move around in Nepal with taxis, minibuses and car rentals.
- Momo, pulao, dal bhat, sel roti, thukpa, gorkhali lamb, Shido are some of the dishes tourists can try in Nepal.
- Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, Boudhanath Stupa (Bodhnath) and Pokhara are some of the many tourist destinations Mauritians can visit in Nepal.
- Tourists are advised to budget about $50 per day for daily expenses.
- Nepal uses the Nepal Time (GMT+5:45) with no Daylight Saving Time. Thailand is 1 hour ahead of Nepal.
- The power and socket plug used in Nepal are of Type C, D and M. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Tourists are advised to exercise caution when in congested areas and pay particular attention to personal belongings while in crowded areas and while travelling on public transportation in Nepal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is English spoken in Nepal?
Nepali is the country's official language. English is only understood by most people in the cities while different ethnic groups speak their own languages in the village.
When is the best time to visit Nepal?
The favorable months to travel to Nepal are usually September – November, and February – April being the coolest periods in the country.
Can I take alcoholic drinks in Nepal?
The new law in Nepal has affected the availability of alcoholic products. People below the age of 21, as well as pregnant women, will no longer be allowed to purchase alcoholic products.
Do I need to acquire visa before visiting Nepal?
Yes, the Nepal tourist visa can be purchased on arrival at the border or at the airport and the cost is US$100 for the 90 days period.