Nepalese visa for French citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for French passport holders visiting Nepal for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For French citizens to enter Nepal for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Nepal e-visa for French citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Nepal visa on arrival for French citizens | Eligible | |
Nepal tourist visa requirements:
- Holding French passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Nepal.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Nepal.
If you are looking for Nepal visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from France, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Nepal nearest your place of residence.
- Paris: The Embassy of Nepal in Paris, France (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 32 minutes)
Nepal visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Nepal diplomatic mission offices to France for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from France traveling to Nepal from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (France) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 23,615 | N/A |
| 2009 | 23,133 | -2.04% |
| 2010 | 25,301 | 9.37% |
| 2011 | 24,337 | -3.81% |
| 2012 | 23,856 | -1.98% |
| 2013 | 24,337 | 2.02% |
| 2014 | 25,060 | 2.97% |
| 2015 | 24,097 | -3.84% |
| 2016 | 16,405 | -31.92% |
| 2017 | 15,748 | -4.00% |
| 2018 | 16,897 | 7.30% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Nepal & France comparison
Nepal's area is approximately 143,350 km2 (55,347 sq mi), while the area of France is approximately 547,557 km2 (211,412 sq mi). This means France is 3.82 times bigger than Nepal.
As of October 2025, Nepal's population is ~31.8 million people - 34,159,557 fewer people than the population of France.
We have highlighted Nepal & France’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Nepal | France | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 31,831,962 | 65,991,519 | 34.2 million fewer people live in Nepal than France |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 39 | 267 | Nepal has 228 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with France. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 13 | 143 | Nepal passport holders visit 130 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 50 | 479 | Nepalese hosts 429 fewer foreign missions than France. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from France travel to Nepal in one year?
The number of visitors from France visiting Nepal in 2018 was approximately 16,897.
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| Sunrise | 13:34 PM | |
Useful Information
- Kathmandu to Paris: 8382.90 km (5208.89 mi)
- Travel time: 17 hours 27 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025