Nepal
Nepal travel guide for New Zealanders
New Zealanders need a visa for Nepal – obtain a tourist visa on arrival or online before travel; if you plan to stay over 150 days a year, apply for a longer‑term visa. The decision changes if you have a valid multiple‑entry Indian visa, which may allow a visa‑on‑arrival waiver (check).
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Key facts
- Visa required
- Tourist visa on arrival (15 days, US$30) or e‑visa
- Visa‑on‑arrival waivercheck
- Possible with valid multiple‑entry Indian visa
- Max stay per visitcheck
- 150 days for tourists
Entry requirements for New Zealand citizens
All New Zealand passport holders must have a valid passport for at least six months on arrival. A tourist visa can be obtained on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport (US$30, 15 days) or via the online e‑visa system (US$40, up to 150 days).
If you hold a multiple‑entry Indian visa, Nepal may waive the visa‑on‑arrival fee – confirm at the border (check).
No vaccination proof is mandatory, but a yellow‑fever certificate is required only if arriving from a yellow‑fever risk country.
- Passport valid 6 months
- Tourist visa (on arrival or e‑visa)
- Possible waiver with Indian visa
New Zealand embassy contact in Nepal
New Zealand does not have a resident embassy in Nepal. Consular assistance is provided by the New Zealand Embassy in New Delhi, India. In emergencies, contact the embassy by phone or email.
- Embassy: New Zealand Embassy, New Delhi, India
- Phone: +91 11 2419 4000 (check)
- Email: [email protected] (check)
Typical travel costs in New Zealand dollars
A mid‑range daily budget for a traveller includes accommodation, meals, transport and modest trekking fees.
- Total daily average: NZ$70‑120 depending on style
| Item | NZD per day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Budget hostel / guesthouse | NZ$30‑45 | Dormitory or basic private room |
| Mid‑range hotel | NZ$80‑120 | 3‑star city centre |
| Meals (local restaurants) | NZ$15‑25 | Three meals |
| Transport (tuk‑tuk, local bus) | NZ$5‑10 | Short trips |
| Trek guide & porter (per day) | NZ$40‑60 | 10‑15 % of trek cost |
Flights from New Zealand to Nepal
There are no direct flights. Typical routes connect via Auckland to Doha, Dubai or Bangkok, then to Kathmandu. Total travel time is 20‑30 hours including layovers.
- Main departure airports: Auckland (AKL), Wellington (WLG)
- Common connections: Doha (Qatar Airways), Dubai (Emirates), Bangkok (Thai Airways)
- Typical total time: 22‑28 h
Electrical plugs and voltage
Nepal uses plug types C, D and M with 230 V, 50 Hz. New Zealand plugs (type I) are not compatible, so bring a universal adapter.
- Adapter needed: yes
- Voltage converter: not required for 230 V appliances
Tipping etiquette
Tipping is expected for guides, porters and drivers. Give 10‑15 % of the trek cost to guides and porters, and round up restaurant bills.
- Guide/porter: 10‑15 % of service fee
- Restaurants: round up to nearest NZ$5
Emergency numbers and safety
Police: 100, Ambulance: 102, Tourist police: 1144. Keep a copy of your passport and travel insurance details.
- Police 100
- Ambulance 102
- Tourist police 1144
Questions people ask
Do New Zealanders need a visa for Nepal?
Yes – you need a tourist visa, which can be obtained on arrival (US$30) or online as an e‑visa (US$40).
How much does a trip to Nepal cost in NZD?
A typical mid‑range traveller spends about NZ$70‑120 per day, covering accommodation, meals, transport and basic trekking fees.
Where is the nearest New Zealand embassy in Nepal?
New Zealand does not have an embassy in Nepal; the nearest is the New Zealand Embassy in New Delhi, India.
What plugs does Nepal use?
Types C, D and M, 230 V 50 Hz – bring a universal adapter.
Is tipping expected in Nepal?
Yes – give 10‑15 % to guides and porters and round up restaurant bills.
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