Smart Permit Wizard

Nepal Trekking Permits

Every permit you need, at the official price — no middlemen, no fake fees. Nepal has 3–5 permits per route and rampant price gouging. We've mapped every one.

NepaliPort Registration — Mandatory Since Sep 2025

All foreign nationals must register at nepaliport.gov.np before arriving in Nepal. It's free and takes 5 minutes. You'll receive a QR code checked at hotels, transport, and some trekking checkpoints.

How Permits Work

1

Select Your Route

Choose your planned trek from 44+ regulated routes

2

Check Nationality

SAARC nationals pay reduced fees on most permits

3

Get Your Pack

We generate the exact permit list + total cost for your route

4

Apply or Book

Digital permits applied online; restricted area via verified agency

Check Permits for Your Route

Select your trek to see the exact permits required with official prices

Popular Route Permit Packs

Official permit costs for Nepal's most popular trekking routes — per person, international trekkers

Everest Base Camp (EBC)

14 days average

$67

permits only

TIMS Card
Sagarmatha NP
Solukhumbu Trek Card
Mandatory

Annapurna Circuit

15 days average

$37

permits only

TIMS Card
ACAP Permit
Mandatory

Annapurna Base Camp (ABC)

10 days average

$37

permits only

TIMS Card
ACAP Permit
Mandatory

Langtang Valley

7 days average

$37

permits only

TIMS Card
Langtang NP
Mandatory

Manaslu Circuit

14 days average

$72+

permits only

TIMS Card
MCA Permit
Restricted Area Permit
Restricted Area

Upper Mustang

10 days average

$539+

permits only

TIMS Card
ACAP Permit
Restricted Area Permit
Restricted Area

Complete Permit Database

Every Nepal trekking permit — official prices, where issued, what TrekkrOS does

TIMS Card (Agency)

All 44+ regulated trekking routes

Issued: Agency-issued only (FIT card abolished 2023)
Our action: Auto-generated via partner agency
The individual 'Green Card' TIMS was abolished in 2023. All trekkers must now go through a registered agency.

$15

NPR 2000

Official Rate

Sagarmatha National Park (SNP)

e-Permit

EBC, Gokyo, Three Passes, Phaplu approach

Issued: NTNC e-portal (online)
Our action: Apply within TrekkrOS

$22

NPR 3000

Official Rate

Annapurna Conservation Area (ACAP)

e-Permit

ABC, Circuit, Poon Hill, Mustang, Jomsom

Issued: NTNC e-portal (online)
Our action: Apply within TrekkrOS

$22

NPR 3000

Official Rate

Langtang National Park

e-Permit

Langtang Valley, Helambu, Gosaikunda

Issued: NTNC e-portal (online)
Our action: Apply within TrekkrOS

$22

NPR 3000

Official Rate

Manaslu Conservation Area (MCA)

e-Permit

Manaslu Circuit, Tsum Valley

Issued: NTNC e-portal (online)
Our action: Apply within TrekkrOS

$22

NPR 3000

Official Rate

Solukhumbu Trek Card

EBC and all Khumbu region treks (new 2024)

Issued: Via registered agency only
Our action: Auto-included in EBC packages
Introduced in 2024 by the Solukhumbu District. Separate from the SNP permit.

$30

NPR 4000

Official Rate

Restricted Area Permit (RAP)

Restricted Area

Upper Mustang, Tsum Valley, Dolpo

Issued: Dept. of Immigration — via registered agency only
Our action: Mandatory agency guide booking required
Upper Mustang: $500/week. Dolpo: $500/week. Tsum Valley: $50/week. Solo trekking strictly prohibited.

$50–500/week

NPR 7,000–70,000

Official Rate

NepaliPort Registration

e-Permit

ALL foreign nationals entering Nepal

Issued: nepaliport.gov.np or mobile app
Our action: Complete before arrival — TrekkrOS walkthrough below
Mandatory from September 16, 2025. Free to register. You receive a QR code checked at hotels and transport.

Free

NPR 0

Official Rate

Mountaineering Permit

Restricted Area

All 8,000m+ peaks (Everest, Manaslu, Lhotse etc.)

Issued: Department of Tourism (DoT)
Our action: Link to DoT + expedition agency connection
Everest spring permit: $11,000 per climber. Autumn: $5,500. Includes government royalty.

$1,800–11,000

NPR 240,000–1,500,000

Official Rate

Anti-Fraud Price Transparency

Permit fraud is rampant in Nepal. These are documented scams our team has verified.

Fake 'New Tax' Permits

Unofficial checkpoints demanding payment for permits that don't exist. Ask for the official NTB receipt.

Overpriced Permit 'Service Fees'

Agencies charging $50+ for a $15 TIMS card. Our verified partners charge only the official NPR 2,000.

Solo Trek 'Exemption' Packages

Sellers claiming to have an exemption from the mandatory guide rule for a fee. No such exemption exists.

Fake Green TIMS Card

The individual Green TIMS card was abolished in 2023. Anyone selling one is selling a worthless fake.

Is This Price Fair? Tool

If an operator quotes you a permit price, check it here. Enter the permit type and quoted price — we'll instantly compare it against the official NTB/NTNC rate and flag anything more than 20% above official pricing.

NepaliPort Pre-Arrival Walkthrough

Mandatory for all foreign nationals since September 16, 2025. Follow these steps before you fly.

1

Go to nepaliport.gov.np

Or download the NepaliPort mobile app from iOS/Android. Use the official government URL only.

Before departure
2

Create Your Profile

Enter passport details, travel plans, and accommodation address in Nepal. Should take 5 minutes.

Before departure
3

Complete Registration

You receive a unique QR code. Screenshot it and save to your phone — works offline.

Before departure
4

Arrival at TIA

Show QR code at immigration if requested. Most visitors are not asked but it is mandatory.

On arrival
5

Hotels & Transport

Hotels enrolled in NepaliPort will scan your QR code at check-in. Required by law for all registered accommodation.

In Nepal
6

Store in TrekkrOS Wallet

Save your QR in the TrekkrOS Digital Travel Wallet — accessible offline, always with you on trail.

Recommended

Mandatory Guide Rule — April 2023

Solo independent trekking was officially banned across all regulated routes in April 2023. All trekkers must hire a licensed guide via a registered agency. The fine for non-compliance is $120 USD + potential permit revocation. Some areas (notably Solukhumbu) have inconsistent enforcement — but TrekkrOS always recommends compliance for your safety.