Nepal

 

Travel information for Nepal

Country facts

Official name

Kingdom of Nepal

Capital city

Kathmandu

Population

28,563,377

Time Zone

UTC + 5.75

Phone Code

+977

Electrical

230 voltage, 50 frequency

Language

Nepali 47.8%, Maithali 12.1%, Bhojpuri 7.4%, Tharu (Dagura/Rana) 5.8%, Tamang 5.1%, Newar 3.6%, Magar 3.3%, Awadhi 2.4%, other 10%, unspecified 2.5%

Religion

Hindu 80.6%, Buddhist 10.7%, Muslim 4.2%, Kirant 3.6%, other 0.9%

Weather

Varies from cool summers and severe winters in the north to subtropical summers and mild winters in the south

Geography

Located in South Asia, between China and India
Total 147.181 square km
Land 143,351 square km
Water 3,860 square km.
(Slightly larger than Arkansas)
Coastline - 0km (landlocked)

Visa information

The following information on entry requirements has been confirmed with the authorities of Nepal. However, these requirements are subject to change at any time. It is the traveler’s responsibility to check with The Embassy of The Kingdom of Nepal and its consulates for up to date information.

A valid Canadian passport is required for Canadians intending to visit Nepal. Passports must be valid for at least six months from the date of entry into Nepal. Canadians must also be in possession of a tourist visa. Tourist visas may be purchased in advance or upon arrival at the Kathmandu airport. You will need to supply a recent photo.

Health information

Health requirements can change at any time The Public Health Agency of Canada strongly recommends that your travel plans include contacting a travel medicine clinic or physician six to eight weeks before departure. Based on your individual risk assessment, a health care professional can determine your need for immunizations and/or preventive medication and advise you on precautions to avoid disease. Travelers are reminded to ensure that their routine (childhood) immunizations (e.g., tetanus, diphtheria, polio, and measles) are up to date. 

Additional information

An airport tax of NPR 1356 is charged upon departure on flights leaving for SAARC countries. In the case of other international flights, the amount of airport tax payable at the time of departure is NPR 1695.

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