🇳🇵 Nepal · General Residence
Residential Visa — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €29 |
| Minimum annual salary | €173 |
| Proof of savings | €17,341 |
| Minimum investment | €86,706 |
| Work experience | 2+ years |
| Age range | 60–60 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €651 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 12 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.immigration.gov.np/en/page/residential-visa.
- Typical processing: ~30 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €29.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“The Department of Immigration issues residential visa with a 1 year validity period subject to renewal. ... Nepal does not provide automatic permanent residency. Rather, the residential visa is a long-term visa that requires periodic renewal”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.