Special Permit Fee Information for Travelers in Nepal
Nepal offers various restricted regions that require special permits for entry. Below is a breakdown of the special permit fees for different regions, as well as additional important information.
|
Region |
Permit Fee |
Additional Information |
|
Upper Mustang |
USD 500 for the first 10 days, USD 50 per day after |
Minimum of two trekkers required. Must be accompanied by a licensed guide. |
|
Upper Dolpo |
USD 500 for the first 10 days, USD 50 per day after |
Requires permits from both Department of Immigration and Ministry of Culture, Tourism, and Civil Aviation. |
|
Manaslu Region |
USD 100 for the first 7 days, USD 15 per day after |
Requires both ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Permit) and Manaslu Restricted Area Permit. Must trek with a guide. |
|
Kanchenjunga Region |
USD 10 (1-4 persons), USD 20 (5+ persons) |
Requires both Kanchenjunga Conservation Area Permit and Restricted Area Permit. |
|
Makalu Region |
USD 100 for the first 10 days, USD 20 per day after |
Includes both Makalu-Barun National Park Permit and Restricted Area Permit. |
|
Rara Lake Region |
USD 50 per person |
Famous for Rara Lake; requires a restricted area permit. |
|
Nar Phu Valley |
USD 100 for the first 7 days, USD 15 per day after |
Restricted area; must trek with a guide. |
Additional Permit Fees for Popular Regions:
While these regions do not require a special permit, they do have regular conservation area and national park permits.
|
Region |
Permit Fee |
Additional Information |
|
Annapurna Region (ACAP) |
NPR 3,000 (approx. USD 25) |
Required for trekking in the Annapurna Conservation Area. |
|
Sagarmatha Region (Everest) |
NPR 3,000 (approx. USD 25) |
Required for trekking in the Sagarmatha National Park (Everest Region). |
|
Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Permit |
NPR 2,000 (approx. USD 15) |
Additional permit for trekking in the Khumbu area (Everest Region). |
|
Langtang Region |
NPR 3,000 (approx. USD 25) |
Required for trekking in the Langtang National Park. |
How to Apply for a Special Permit:
- Choose Your Trekking Agency: Use a licensed agency that can handle special permit applications.
- Submit Required Documents: You’ll need a passport copy, visa copy, and a completed application form.
- Pay the Fee: Special permits are paid in USD or NPR, depending on the immigration office or agency.
- Receive Your Permit: Permits are issued after processing, and can be picked up from the agency or Department of Immigration.
Note: To get a trekking permit an application form with other relevant documents should be submitted through any registered trekking agency of Nepal.