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NepalNepal visa requirements for Somalia citizens (2026)
Embassy visa required. Yes. Somalia passport holders need a visa for Nepal that must be issued before travel, usually with an embassy or visa-center appointment. Usually 2–6 weeks after the embassy appointment.
Embassy visa required. Apply in person at the embassy, consulate or official visa center.
VTBy the Visa and Trips editorial teamLast updated
Nepal visa requirements for Somalia citizens
- Requirement
- Embassy visa required
- Allowed stay
- Set by the embassy on your visa
- Embassy processing
- Usually 2–6 weeks after the embassy appointment
Typical estimate
Documents needed
- Completed visa application form
- Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages (plus old passports)
- 2 recent passport photos to the embassy’s spec
- Bank statements (often the last 3–6 months)
- Employment / leave letter or business / study proof
- Hotel bookings and a flight reservation
- Travel medical insurance where required
- Appointment confirmation and biometrics (fingerprints)
How Somalia citizens apply for the Nepal visa
- Choose the right visa category (tourist / visitor).
- Book an appointment at the embassy or official visa center.
- Gather documents: forms, photos, bank statements, bookings, insurance.
- Attend the appointment, give biometrics and pay the fee.
- Track the application and collect your passport.
Good to know
- Same fees on arrival or via the online visa form.
Easier alternatives for Somalia passport holders
Countries in Southern Asia and other popular destinations with simpler entry for the Somalia passport than Nepal, easiest first. Only rules we have verified against an official source are listed.
| Destination | Requirement | Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Sri Lanka | eTA / ETA required | Per visa terms |
| Thailand | e-Visa required | Per visa terms |
Nepal at a glance for travellers
- 186 of 198 passports can enter Nepal without a visa (visa-free, visa on arrival or an ETA).
- The Somalia passport gets visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 29 destinations in our dataset.
Sources and last checked
| What | Official source | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Requirement & allowed stay | Open passport-index dataset (passportindex.org data, 17 Feb 2026) | 17 Feb 2026 |
| Fees, processing & entry formalities | Nepal Department of Immigration: tourist visa | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Official portal | Nepal Department of Immigration | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Independent official overview | UK FCDO, Nepal entry requirements | 22 Oct 2026 |
The Visa and Trips editorial team checks these sources every week. See our editorial and verification policy.
Frequently asked questions
Do Somalia citizens need a visa for Nepal?
Yes. Somalia passport holders need a visa for Nepal that must be issued before travel, usually with an embassy or visa-center appointment. Usually 2–6 weeks after the embassy appointment.
What documents do Somalia passport holders need for Nepal?
Completed visa application form; Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages (plus old passports); 2 recent passport photos to the embassy’s spec; Bank statements (often the last 3–6 months); Employment / leave letter or business / study proof; Hotel bookings and a flight reservation; Travel medical insurance where required; Appointment confirmation and biometrics (fingerprints).
Where do Somalia passport holders apply for a Nepal visa?
At the embassy, consulate or official visa center of Nepal that serves your place of residence, usually in person with an appointment and biometrics.
How long does a Nepal visa take for Somalia passport holders?
Usually 2–6 weeks after the embassy appointment (typical estimate). Appointment availability varies, so start several weeks before your trip.