Practical information for visiting Nepal, with official references and source-check dates. Written independently for TrailNepal.
- Before you arrive in Nepal
A short checklist for entry documents, official visa information and your first night.
- Money and payments: a practical checklist
Prepare cash and card options, keep exchange receipts and check charges before paying.
- Prepare your phone before leaving town
Save important information and prepare for places with limited mobile coverage.
- Getting around: questions to ask before booking
Check pickup points, fares, luggage and return arrangements before a journey.
- Visiting homes, temples and cultural sites
Simple ways to be a considerate guest and respect local customs.
- Leave less waste and support local communities
Small decisions that help protect the places you visit.
- Prepare health and insurance arrangements
Questions to resolve with your clinician and insurer before travel.
- Tourist assistance and police contacts
Official assistance numbers to save before travelling in Nepal.
Sources checked: 22 September 2026. Consult the linked authorities for changing requirements and contact details.