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Nepal Trekking Permit Fees 2026
Most Annapurna treks cost NPR 5,000 per person in permits. Everest costs NPR 6,000. Here is every permit, what it costs in 2026, where to get it, and what changed this year, from a guide who files these most weeks.
The short version
- 1.Almost every trek needs two permits: a park or conservation area entry permit, plus a TIMS card.
- 2.Annapurna costs NPR 5,000 (ACAP 3,000 + TIMS 2,000). Everest costs NPR 6,000 and has no TIMS: the Khumbu municipality charges its own NPR 2,000 instead.
- 3.SAARC nationals pay less, but not a flat rate: NPR 1,000 for conservation areas, NPR 1,500 for the national parks.
- 4.TIMS is now online only, as an e-TIMS card with a QR code, registered through a licensed agency. The over-the-counter card for independent trekkers is gone.
- 5.Restricted areas (Upper Mustang, Manaslu, Dolpo, Humla) are priced in US dollars and can only be issued through a registered agency.
How much is a trekking permit in Nepal?
Most Annapurna treks cost NPR 5,000 per person in permits: an ACAP permit at NPR 3,000 plus a TIMS card at NPR 2,000. Everest is the most expensive at NPR 6,000, because the Khumbu municipality charges its own NPR 2,000 fee in place of TIMS. Restricted areas are priced separately, in US dollars, and cost far more. Every fee below is per person, per entry, and children under 10 are free.
| Permit | Where it applies | Foreign nationals | SAARC nationals |
|---|---|---|---|
| TIMS card | 24 protected regions | NPR 2,000 | NPR 1,000 |
| ACAP | Annapurna Conservation Area | NPR 3,000 | NPR 1,000 |
| Sagarmatha National Park | Everest region | NPR 3,000 | NPR 1,500 |
| Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality | Everest region (replaces TIMS) | NPR 2,000 | NPR 2,000 |
| Langtang National Park | Langtang, Gosaikunda | NPR 3,000 | NPR 1,500 |
| MCAP | Manaslu Conservation Area | NPR 3,000 | NPR 1,000 |
| Kanchenjunga Conservation Area | Kanchenjunga | NPR 2,000 | NPR 500 |
| Gaurishankar Conservation Area | Rolwaling, Gaurishankar | NPR 3,000 | NPR 1,000 |
Restricted-area permits (priced in USD)
| Restricted area | Fee | Beyond the first week |
|---|---|---|
| Upper Mustang | USD 500 / 10 days | USD 50 per day |
| Manaslu (Sep–Nov) | USD 100 / week | USD 15 per day |
| Manaslu (Dec–Aug) | USD 75 / week | USD 15 per day |
| Upper Dolpo | USD 500 / 10 days | USD 50 per day |
| Lower Dolpo | USD 20 / week | USD 5 per week |
| Humla | USD 50 / week | USD 10 per day |
Fees verified 2 September 2026 against the Nepal Tourism Board park entry fee schedule and the NTNC e-permit portal. Restricted-area permits must be arranged through a registered agency and cannot be bought over the counter. I file these most weeks, so if a fee has moved since this page was updated, message me and I will tell you what I paid last.
TIMS Card (Trekkers' Information Management System)
A TIMS card costs NPR 2,000 for foreign nationals and NPR 1,000 for SAARC nationals. It registers you on a named route so authorities can locate you in an emergency, and under the revised provision effective 31 March 2023 it is required across 24 protected trekking regions, including Annapurna, Everest and Manaslu.
Foreign nationals
NPR 2,000
Per person, per route, per entry. Rohit arranges this for all his trekkers.
SAARC nationals
NPR 1,000
India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Nepal, Maldives, Afghanistan.
Two things changed and most guides still get them wrong. TIMS is now issued online only, as an e-TIMS card with a QR code. The laminated paper card is gone. And it is registered through a licensed trekking agency: the old Green TIMS route that let independent trekkers buy one over the counter at NTB or TAAN no longer exists, which follows directly from the mandatory-guide rule.
One regional exception worth knowing: in the Everest / Khumbu region the TIMS card has been replaced by a local entry fee collected by Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality. Requirements do shift, so I check the current position before every trek I take out.
ACAP - Annapurna Conservation Area Permit
Required for all treks within the Annapurna Conservation Area - including Annapurna Base Camp, Mardi Himal, Ghorepani Poon Hill, Khopra Ridge, and the Annapurna Circuit. See the full ACAP permit details for exact costs, office hours, and required documents.
ACAP Entry Fee (Foreigners)
Nepal Tourism Board / Pokhara ACAP office (Damside)
NPR 3,000
The ACAP can be obtained at the Nepal Tourism Board in Kathmandu (Tourist Service Centre, Bhrikutimandap) or at the ACAP office in Pokhara at Damside (near the Phewa Lake south end). Processing takes 30–60 minutes with a passport photo and a copy of your passport biodata page.
Sagarmatha National Park - Everest Base Camp Entry
Trekking to Everest Base Camp requires entry into Sagarmatha National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The permit is checked at Monjo checkpoint before Namche Bazaar.
Sagarmatha NP Entry (Foreigners)
Kathmandu NTB or at park entrance in Monjo
NPR 3,000
Manaslu Restricted Area Permit
The Manaslu Circuit passes through a restricted area and requires a special permit. This must be arranged through a registered agency - it cannot be obtained independently at an office. A minimum group size of 2 trekkers is required.
Peak Season (Sep–Nov)
$100 / week
Per person. Minimum 2 trekkers required.
Off-Season (Dec–Aug)
$75 / week
Per person. Minimum 2 trekkers required.
Manaslu also requires a Manaslu Conservation Area permit (NPR 3,000) and a Manaslu restricted area entry permit from the Department of Immigration. Rohit handles the entire permit process for Manaslu trekkers.
Upper Mustang Restricted Area Permit
Upper Mustang is one of the most tightly controlled trekking zones in Nepal, preserving its Tibetan Buddhist culture and fragile ecosystem. The permit is the most expensive in Nepal and covers 10 days in the restricted zone. Extensions cost $50 per extra day.
Upper Mustang RAP
Minimum 10 days. Must be arranged through a registered agency.
$500 / 10 days
Also required for Upper Mustang: Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (NPR 3,000) and a TIMS card. The Mustang permit is only issued through a registered trekking agency - Rohit processes these for all Upper Mustang tour participants.
Where to Get Permits and What to Bring
Kathmandu
- Nepal Tourism Board - Tourist Service Centre, Bhrikutimandap
- TAAN office - TIMS, Annapurna permits
- Department of Immigration - restricted area permits
Pokhara
- ACAP Office, Damside (south Phewa Lake) - ACAP, TIMS
- TAAN Pokhara chapter - TIMS cards
- Open: Sun–Fri, 9 AM–5 PM (closed Sat & public holidays)
Documents Required at Any Office
- Original passport (shown at counter)
- 2 passport-sized photos (4×3 cm, white background preferred)
- Photocopy of passport biodata page
- Nepal visa copy (if obtained on arrival)
- Trekking agency letter (required for restricted areas)
Rohit handles all permits for his trekkers
When you trek with Rohit, every permit - TIMS, ACAP, national park entry, and restricted area permits - is arranged before you arrive at the trailhead. You provide your passport copy and two photos; Rohit handles the rest. No standing in queues, no navigating government offices in a second language.
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Permit costs last verified: April 2026. Fees set by Nepal Tourism Board and may change annually.
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