Nepal•AsiaVaries
Free
Duration of assignment
Yes
Not Required
Allowed
No
Not Required
Visa for non-diplomatic staff of foreign missions, UN personnel, government consultants, and official event attendees, issued free of charge for the duration of the official visit.
The Official Visa is intended for non-diplomatic staff of foreign missions, personnel working for the United Nations and its specialized agencies, and other government-affiliated officials visiting Nepal for official purposes. Like the diplomatic visa, this classification is issued on a reciprocal basis and is provided free of charge to eligible individuals and their accompanying family members. It is a vital administrative tool that supports the operational capacity of international organizations and foreign government offices operating within Nepal, ensuring that essential support staff and technical experts can enter and reside in the country legally.
Applicants for an Official Visa must hold a valid official passport and submit a formal Note Verbale or a recommendation letter from their sending organization or the relevant diplomatic mission. This documentation must confirm the official nature of the visit and the applicant's status. The visa is granted for the duration of the applicant's official assignment and is subject to renewal if the assignment is extended. By streamlining the entry process for these professionals, the Official Visa facilitates the smooth functioning of international cooperation and development projects that are essential to Nepal's engagement with the global community.
| Status type | Tied to program duration |
Must be a non-diplomatic staff member of a foreign mission or an official of an international organization (e.g., UN) stationed in Nepal.
Must hold a valid passport.
Must be assigned to official duties in Nepal as recognized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Nepal.
Must have official documentation or a note verbale from the sending government or international organization.
Education
none or higher
Valid passport with at least six months of remaining validity.
Official letter or Note Verbale from the concerned foreign mission, embassy, or international organization.
Completed visa application form.
Recent passport-sized photographs.
Recommendation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Nepal (if applicable).
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