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Do citizens of South Africa need a visa for Nepal?

Visa on arrival· 150 days

No visa is needed in advance. South Africa passport holders get a visa on arrival in Nepal. The stay is limited to 150 days.

Entry rule
Visa on arrival
Length of stay
150 days
Where to get it
At the border, on arrival
Last checked
Nov 9, 2026
Document checklist

Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel. Source: Passport Index dataset (MIT), refreshed Nov 9, 2026.

Document checklist: South Africa → Nepal

General guidance for a short trip. Requirements change, so confirm with the official sources linked below.

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months after your trip, with 2 blank pages.
  • You can stay up to 150 days without a visa.
  • Visa fee in cash (usually USD or EUR) for the visa on arrival.
  • Recent passport photos.
  • Return or onward ticket.
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation).
  • Proof of sufficient funds (bank statements of the last 3–6 months).
  • Travel medical insurance for the whole stay.

Only use the official government portal. Many look-alike sites charge extra.

Nepal missions in South Africa

EmbassyPretoria

embassy of Nepal in South Africa, Pretoria

Data completeness90%
Address
976 Francis Baard Street, Pretoria
Phone
+27 12 342 7546
Website
za.nepalembassy.gov.np
Opening hours
Not yet verified
Also covers
Angola, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Benin, Botswana, DR Congo, Côte d’Ivoire, Cape Verde, Gabon, Kenya, Liberia, Lesotho, Mauritius, Mozambique, Seychelles, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe
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Source: Wikidata Q106685875 · OpenStreetMapRecord updated: Feb 5, 2026

South Africa missions in Nepal

South Africa has no resident embassy or consulate in Nepal on record.

South Africa embassy & consulates in Nepal

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Frequently asked questions

Do citizens of South Africa need a visa for Nepal?

No visa is needed in advance. South Africa passport holders get a visa on arrival in Nepal. The stay is limited to 150 days. Visa rules change often. Always confirm with the official embassy or government site before you travel.

How long can citizens of South Africa stay in Nepal?

Up to 150 days per visit.

Where is the Nepal embassy in South Africa?

The Nepal embassy in South Africa is located at 976 Francis Baard Street, Pretoria.