Do I Need a Hotel Booking Confirmation for Nepal?
Sometimes - Nepal's visa on arrival form asks for your accommodation address. While not always enforced, having a hotel booking confirmation makes the process smoother.
A hotel booking may be requested at the border - better safe than sorry
What you need to know
Who checks
The Department of Immigration handles visa issuance and border control at Tribhuvan International Airport and land borders.
When checked
The visa on arrival form at Kathmandu airport asks for your hotel address in Nepal. Officers may occasionally ask follow-up questions.
If you don't have one
The visa form requires an address in Nepal. Travelers who cannot provide one may face delays in visa issuance at the airport.
How GetHotelProof helps
- Get a verified hotel booking confirmation in under 5 minutes
- Real hotel reservation with actual property details and dates
- Accepted by embassies and immigration offices worldwide
A hotel booking may be requested at the border - better safe than sorry
FAQ
Is a hotel booking required for a Nepal visa on arrival?▾
The Nepal visa on arrival application form asks for your address in Nepal. A hotel booking confirmation provides the hotel name and address in the correct format (source: Department of Immigration Nepal - immigration.gov.np).
Will immigration check my hotel at Kathmandu Airport?▾
The visa form at Tribhuvan International Airport asks for your accommodation address. Officers may ask about your plans, especially for longer stays (source: Department of Immigration Nepal).
Can I use a trekking lodge booking for Nepal?▾
Yes. Hotels, lodges, and guesthouses are all accepted. For trekking routes, an initial hotel booking in Kathmandu or Pokhara is sufficient for the visa application (source: Department of Immigration Nepal).
