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On arrival
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Policy · NepalPassport Atlas
South Africa passport to Nepal
South Africa passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Nepal, usually for 150 days.
Snapshot 2026-10 · This week · Passport-index source
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Key facts
- Nepal lets 186 of 198 passports in without a prior visa — South Africa is one of them.
- South Africa passports get “On arrival” at 29 of 198 destinations.
- In the other direction, Nepal passports get “Visa required” in South Africa.
Nearby passports travelling to Nepal
Open to South Africa passports near Nepal
Before you fly
- Remaining validityOften 6 months’ validity remaining
- Blank visa pagesAbout 2 blank visa pages
- Photo spec35 × 45 mm
Flights, eSIM and insurance are third-party. Visatu does not take payment.
Flight corridor
Connection likely
South AfricaNepal- Typical duration
- 13.1 hours
- From
- JNB · CPT · DUR
- To
- KTM · PHH · BWA
Usual hubs
United Arab Emirates · 14.1 hours
Qatar · 14.3 hours
Türkiye · 18.2 hours
Duration is a great-circle estimate between main airports. Direct corridors come from the OpenFlights public snapshot — check the carrier or Google Flights for times and prices.
South Africa
Country profile
Capital
Pretoria
Population
63.1 million
Area
1,219,912 km²
Currency
South African rand ZAR
Languages
English, Zulu, Afrikaans
Time zone
UTC+02:00
Foreign-born
2.6 million · 2024
Migrant share
4.1%
Ethnic groups · 2021
- Black African80.9%
- Colored8.8%
- White7.8%
- Indian/Asian2.6%
Foreign-born counts are UN international migrant stock via the World Bank (mostly 2024). Ethnic groups follow each country's published categories — most do not census by skin colour. Indicative only.
Nepal
Country profile
Capital
Kathmandu
Population
29.9 million
Area
140,800 km²
Currency
Nepalese rupee NPR
Languages
Nepali
Time zone
UTC+05:45
Foreign-born
470,719 · 2024
Migrant share
1.6%
Ethnic groups · 2021
- other20%
- Chhettri16.5%
- Brahman-Hill11.3%
- Magar6.9%
- Tharu6.2%
- Tamang5.6%
- Other33.5%
Foreign-born counts are UN international migrant stock via the World Bank (mostly 2024). Ethnic groups follow each country's published categories — most do not census by skin colour. Indicative only.
Travel notes
Plug
Type D
Mains
230 V · 50 Hz
Driving
Left
Emergency
Police 112 · Ambulance 112
Dialing code
+977
Airports
KTM · PHH · BWA · JKR
Highlights
- Everest
- Kathmandu Durbar Square
- Phewa Lake
- Lumbini
South Africa · On arrival
FAQ
Does a South Africa passport need a visa for Nepal?
On the 2026-10 matrix the result is “On arrival”. typical stay 150 days. Rules change — check the carrier and mission before you fly.
How long can you stay?
The matrix records a typical stay of 150 days. The entry stamp, eTA or visa page is authoritative.
Passport validity and blank pages?
Nepal typically wants about 6 months’ remaining validity and 2 blank visa pages. Photo spec is often 35 × 45 mm. Confirm with a Nepal mission.
What about a Nepal passport entering South Africa?
The reverse result is “Visa required”.
How do you apply for Nepal as a visitor?
Tourist VOA：15 / 30 / 90-day bands。Bring USD cash, photos and a blank page; pay the band you need.