Visa Information
Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA)
- The Government of Nepal has introduced Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) in place of visa stickers/handwritten visas to all visa applicants. Accordingly, the Embassy/ Consulate/Mission has started to issue ETA effective from 25 August 2023. The visitor should present the ETA issued by the Embassy at an immigration desk at the entry points in Nepal where the ETA will be converted into a corresponding visa, and the printed visa will be affixed on to the passport. In case the ETA is lost, visitor can still present the passport/travel document that was submitted to obtain ETA from the Embassy.
- ETA is valid up to 6 months from the date of issuance.
- The Embassy/Consulate/Mission reserves the right to grant or refuse visas.
- All other requirements and processes, including the submission of physical passports, remain the same.
Electronic Travel Authorization Application Instructions
Important: Please read the following instructions carefully before submitting your application.
Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) / Online Visa Application Process
Applicants must complete the online visa application form. Apply Here For ETA, type COLUMBUS on Select Embassy/Consulate/mission and fill the form.
Required Documents for Tourist Visa:
1. Copy of Online Visa Application Confirmation Page
Print and submit the confirmation page from the completed online visa application.
2. Valid Passport
o Original passport with at least six (6) months of validity from the date of entry into Nepal.
o Must contain at least two (2) blank visa pages.
3. Visa Fee Payment
o “Money Order” or “Cashier’s Check” (Preferred) made payable to: “Honorary Consulate of Nepal in Ohio”. Payment can be made online using credit/ Debit card (Go to website – www.nepalconsulateohio.org for payment).
4. Processing Time
o The processing time will be 4-5 business days. If you don’t hear about your application status in 4 working days please email to [email protected] with Submission ID number to make sure Application was made for consulate office in Columbus,Ohio
5. Return Envelope
o A self-addressed return envelope with a tracking number is required (not needed for in-person pick-up).
Additional Requirements for Refugee or Travel Document Holders
• Sponsorship Letter from a Nepali citizen. Click here to download the Sponsorship Letter.
• Copy of the sponsor’s Nepali citizenship certificate.
• A one-time visa will be issued for Refugee or Travel Document holders.
Visa Fees
Services Payment (Cashier’s check/money order)Payment (Credit Card: 3% surcharge)
15 Days $36.00 $37
30 Days $60.00 $61
90 Days $150.00 $154
Requirements for Certain Nationals: Applicants from Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Cameroon, Swaziland, Somalia, Liberia, Iraq, Ethiopia, Palestine, Syria, and Afghanistan must provide:
• Copy of Online Visa Application Confirmation Page: Apply Here For Application
o Print and submit the confirmation page from the completed online visa application.
• Valid Passport
o Original passport with at least six (6) months of validity from the date of entry into Nepal.
o Must contain at least two (2) blank visa pages.
• Copy of US Permanent Residence Card / Valid Visa.
• Sponsorship Letter & Nepali Citizenship Certificate of Sponsor (OR) Confirmed Hotel Reservation.
• Visa Fee Payment (Money Order/Cashier’s Check or online Credit or Debit Card payable to the Honorary Consulate of Nepal in Ohio).
• Return Envelope (self-addressed with tracking number, except for in-person pick-up).
Electronic Travel Authorization for Diplomatic and Official Passports
An ETA shall be issued to individuals holding a diplomatic or official passport for official visits or assignments in Nepal, including accompanying family members.
• The initial diplomatic/official visa is valid for 30 days.
• Extensions can be arranged through the Department of Consular Services, Kathmandu.
Required Documents for Diplomatic/Official ETA
1. Online ETA Application Form – Apply Here
2. Original Diplomatic/Official Passport (minimum six months validity, two blank pages).
3. One Recent Passport-Size Photograph.
4. Note from the Foreign Ministry/Diplomatic Mission/International Organization, stating the purpose and duration of the visit.
Application Submission
Mail or drop off your application along with all required documents to:
Honorary Consulate of Nepal in Ohio
8707 Ben Hale CT
Blacklick, OH, 43004
Note: For On-Arrival Visa Information Click Here