Nepalese visa for Lesotho citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Lesotho 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 Lesotho citizens to enter Nepal for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Nepal e-visa for Lesotho citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Nepal visa on arrival for Lesotho citizens | Eligible | |
Nepal tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Lesotho 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 Lesotho, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Nepal nearest your place of residence.
- Pretoria: The Embassy of in Pretoria, ~ 429.60 kilometers (266.94 mi) away from Maseru, Lesotho. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 44 minutes).
- Jeddah: The Consulate General of in Jeddah, ~ 5817.78 kilometers (3615.00 mi) away from Maseru, Lesotho. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 44 minutes).
Nepal visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Nepal diplomatic mission offices to Lesotho for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Lesotho traveling to Nepal from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Lesotho) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 55 | N/A |
| 2009 | 56 | 1.82% |
| 2010 | 66 | 17.86% |
| 2011 | 81 | 22.73% |
| 2012 | 88 | 8.64% |
| 2013 | 88 | 0.00% |
| 2014 | 87 | -1.14% |
| 2015 | 59 | -32.18% |
| 2016 | 83 | 40.68% |
| 2017 | 103 | 24.10% |
| 2018 | 129 | 25.24% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Nepal & Lesotho comparison
Nepal's area is approximately 143,350 km2 (55,347 sq mi), while the area of Lesotho is approximately 30,360 km2 (11,722 sq mi). This means Lesotho is 4.72 times smaller than Nepal.
As of October 2025, Nepal's population is ~31.8 million people - 29,604,024 more people than the population of Lesotho.
We have highlighted Nepal & Lesotho’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Nepal | Lesotho | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 31,831,962 | 2,227,938 | 29.6 million more people live in Nepal than Lesotho |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 39 | 14 | Nepal has 25 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Lesotho. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 13 | 48 | Nepal passport holders visit 35 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 50 | 7 | Nepalese hosts 43 more foreign missions than Lesotho. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Lesotho travel to Nepal in one year?
The number of visitors from Lesotho visiting Nepal in 2018 was approximately 129.
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Useful Information
- Kathmandu to Maseru: 8055.00 km (5005.14 mi)
- Travel time: 16 hours 46 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025