Nepal - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
U.S. Dept of State – Travel Advisories
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A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. Americans in the Middle East should follow the latest guidance from the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate and can contact the U.S. Visit the main U.S. embassy or consulate website for updates. If you will arrive by air, either apply for a tourist visa at a Nepali embassy or consulate before traveling, or purchase a tourist visa upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. The visa fees at the airport and checkpoints are: Visa fees are payable in U.S. dollars. Staying more than 150 days on a tourist visa can lead to deportation. Foreign travelers must enter Nepal on a tourist visa and can change their visa type after arriving. Only the Department of Immigration in Kathmandu can extend all types of visas. U.S. citizens who want to study in Nepal need a student visa. Customs and Border Protection (CBP (border protection agency)) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have rules for bringing medication back into the United States.
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The advisory level decreased to 2. Advisory Summary was updated. Exercise Increased Caution in Nepal due to civil unrest. Advisory summary: The nationwide demonstrations that began in September 2025 have stopped, and the security situation is stable. However, demonstrations and local unrest can still happen, particularly in cities. Demonstrations can start with little warning and may quickly turn violent. Stay away from large crowds and follow the instructions of local authorities. Emergency services Medical services have limited ability to handle regular and emergency care. Review the Health section of the Travel Guidance on this page for more information. Hospitals in Kathmandu are usually better than in other areas, but they can be crowded, may lack some equipment or medicines, and often ask that you pay before treatment. Medical treatment of foreigners is not paid for by the Government of Nepal. Bring the medicines you need, get travel health insurance that covers medical evacuatio
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