Nepal entry requirements for UK travellers
Everything a UK traveller needs to know before visiting Nepal: visa and passport rules, recommended vaccines with lead times, and whether you need an International Driving Permit.
Quick answer for UK travellers
- Visa
- Visa on arrival - issued at the border, no advance application
- Passport
- valid 6+ months beyond arrival
- Vaccines
- 3 recommended, 7 to consider
- Driving permit
- 1968 Vienna Convention IDP if you plan to drive
Data is automatically refreshed from official UK government sources: gov.uk Foreign Travel Advice for visa and passport rules, NaTHNaC TravelHealthPro for vaccines, and gov.uk driving abroad guidance for International Driving Permits. Not medical advice - always confirm with a travel-health professional and the Nepal embassy before you travel. Read our full methodology →
Entry requirements for Nepal
Passport validity
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date you arrive.
Visas
British passport holders normally need a visa (Visa on arrival) to enter.
Source: UK Foreign Travel Advice - Nepal · checked . Always confirm the latest requirements before you travel.
Vaccines for travel to Nepal
Based on NaTHNaC TravelHealthPro guidance for UK travellers. Lead times assume protection is needed on the day you arrive.
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2 weeks before travelHepatitis A Recommended
Recommended for all previously unvaccinated travellers.
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Tetanus / Diphtheria Recommended
Booster recommended if last dose was more than 10 years ago.
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2 weeks before travelTyphoid Recommended
Particularly for those visiting friends/relatives, young children, and those in contact with an infected person.
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2 weeks before travelChikungunya Consider
For ages 12+. Consider for outbreak regions or long-term/frequent travellers.
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7 days before travelCholera Consider
For humanitarian aid workers, those in cholera outbreak areas with limited water access, or high-risk occupations.
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Dengue Consider
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3 weeks before travelHepatitis B Consider
Recommended for those with sexual risk, needle exposure, healthcare/aid workers, and long-stay travellers.
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4 weeks before travelJapanese Encephalitis Consider
Recommended for 1+ month stays during transmission season or uncertain itineraries. Not usually recommended for short high-altitude trekking.
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4 weeks before travelRabies (Pre-exposure) Consider
Pre-exposure for laboratory staff, animal handlers, long-stay travellers (>1 month), or limited medical access areas.
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Tuberculosis (BCG) Consider
Source: NaTHNaC TravelHealthPro - Nepal · checked . Cross-check against NHS Fit for Travel and US CDC Traveller's Health.
Driving in Nepal
To drive in Nepal with a UK driving licence, you may need an International Driving Permit (IDP) under the 1968 Vienna Convention.
IDPs are issued by PayPoint (no longer the Post Office) - find an issuing store.
Nepal travel: frequently asked questions
Do I need a visa for Nepal from the UK?
Yes - British passport holders normally need a visa to enter Nepal (specifically a Visa on arrival). Apply before you travel and check the UK government's foreign travel advice for the latest requirements.
How long does my passport need to be valid for Nepal?
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date you arrive in Nepal. Check your expiry date well in advance - renewing a UK passport currently takes around 3 weeks.
What vaccines do I need for Nepal?
No vaccines are listed as required for Nepal, but Hepatitis A, Tetanus / Diphtheria, Typhoid are recommended for UK travellers based on NaTHNaC guidance. Some vaccines need several weeks for full protection - book a travel clinic appointment well before you fly.
Do I need an International Driving Permit for Nepal?
If you plan to drive in Nepal on a UK licence, you may need an International Driving Permit issued under the 1968 Vienna Convention. UK IDPs are issued by PayPoint in person and cost £5.50.
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