Department of Immigration

Nepal's immigration authority, the office to know about for anything beyond a short tourist stay — visa extensions, residential visas and work permits.

About the Department of Immigration

The Department of Immigration handles the full range of foreigner-related matters in Nepal, from routine tourist visa extensions to longer residential visas and work permits — all under one government roof rather than split across ministries.

Key Features

• Visa Extensions: The most common transaction — extending a tourist visa beyond its initial validity.
• Residential Visas: For foreigners with a longer-term connection to Nepal, such as retirees or investors.
• Work Permits: Required for foreign nationals taking employment in the country.
• Multiple Office Locations: Handles applications both in Kathmandu and at regional immigration offices.

How to Get Started

• Visit immigration.gov.np to check the process for your specific visa or permit type.
• Note the fee schedule, which is typically calculated per day for tourist extensions.
• Gather passport, current visa and any supporting documents your category requires.
• Submit your application at the relevant office before your current visa expires.

Important Notice: Overstaying even briefly triggers fines calculated per day, and repeated overstays can complicate future visa applications — extend before your current visa runs out, not after.