Check with the office. The official pages for this service leave out some details, or are older than a year. Use this page as a starting point and confirm fees and documents before you apply.
The Embassy issues tourist (and free diplomatic and official) visas by post or in person; most nationalities including Australians can alternatively obtain a visa on arrival in Nepal, which can be pre-filled online.
Where to apply in Australia
Embassy of Nepal, Canberra (ACT), covering all of Australia. Postal address PO Box 1070, Mawson ACT 2607.
The Victoria honorary consulate site says it is temporarily closed and directs visa applicants to the online immigration portal.
Contact details for every office are on the page of the embassy and consulates of Nepal.
How to apply
Complete the online visa form and print it | submit in person (9:30-12:30; collect 15:00-17:00) or by post with the fee and a prepaid express return envelope | or skip the Embassy and use visa on arrival or the online form before departing
Documents you need
- Printed visa application form
- Passport copy valid at least six months at entry
- Fee by money order, bank cheque or exact payment (no cash by post)
- Prepaid express return envelope
- Travel document holders: sponsor letter from Nepal and letter explaining reason for travel
Fees and processing time
- Official fee: multiple entry 15 days AUD 50, 30 days AUD 80, 90 days AUD 200
- Other charges: EFTPOS surcharge 1.10%
Processing time: Diplomatic/official visas about one week; tourist visa time not published.
Good to know
Embassy page undated. Children under 10, Chinese passport holders (up to 150 days) and SAARC nationals (up to 30 days) are exempt from the fee.
Official sources
Check before you apply
This page summarises information published by Nepal's official channels, last checked on 24 octubre 2026. Fees and requirements can change at short notice, so confirm with the office that will handle your case.
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