Important Notice
- Permits are mandatory for controlled areas
- Only issued to groups (no individual permits)
- All fees must be paid in US Dollars
- Applications must be submitted through registered Nepali trekking agencies
High-Cost Restricted Areas
Upper Mustang (Province 4)
- Fee: USD 500 per person (first 10 days)
- Extended Stay: USD 50 per person/day beyond 10 days
- Regions Covered:
- Lomanthang Rural Municipality (Wards 1-5)
- Lo-Ghekar Damodarkunda Rural Municipality (Wards 1-5)
- Baragung Muktichetra Rural Municipality (Ward 3 and Satang Village of Ward 5)
Upper Dolpa (Province 6)
- Fee: USD 500 per person (first 10 days)
- Extended Stay: USD 50 per person/day beyond 10 days
- Regions Covered:
- Dolpo Buddha Rural Municipality (Wards 4-6)
- Shey Phoksundo Rural Municipality (Wards 1-7)
- Charka Tangsong Rural Municipality (Wards 1-6)
Seasonal Permit Areas
Gorkha Manaslu Area (Province 4)
- Peak Season (September – November):
- USD 100 per person/week
- USD 15 per person/day beyond 1 week
- Off-Season (December – August):
- USD 75 per person/week
- USD 10 per person/day beyond 1 week
Manang (Province 4)
- Peak Season (September – November):
- USD 100 per person/week
- USD 15 per person/day beyond 1 week
- Off-Season (December – August):
- USD 75 per person/week
- USD 15 per person/day beyond 1 week
Standard Permit Areas
Humla (Province 6)
- Fee: USD 50 per person/week
- Extended Stay: USD 10 per person/day beyond 1 week
Lower Dolpa Area (Province 6)
- Fee: USD 20 per person/week
- Extended Stay: USD 5 per person/week beyond 1 week
Special Region Permits
Taplejung, Sankhuwasabha, Solukhumbu (Province 1)
- Initial Fee: USD 20 per person/week (first 4 weeks)
- Extended Stay: USD 25 per person/week beyond 4 weeks
Recent Additions
- Bajhang (Province 7): USD 90 per person/week
- Mugu (Province 6): USD 100 per person/week
- Darchula (Province 7): USD 90 per person/week
- All above areas charge USD 15 per person/day beyond first week
How to Obtain Permits
- Required Documents:
- Valid passport
- Passport-sized photos
- Completed application form
- Proof of travel insurance (recommended)
2. Application Process:
- Must be processed through registered trekking agencies
- Cannot be obtained individually
- Allow sufficient processing time
Himalayan Gateway Trek Services
We assist with:
- Complete the permit application process
- Documentation preparation
- Fee payments
- Route planning according to permit requirements
- Group arrangement if needed
- Latest updates on permit regulations
Important Reminders
- All fees must be paid in US Dollars
- Permits are non-transferable
- Carry permits at all times during the trek
- Follow local regulations and guidelines
- Some areas require additional special permits
- Permit regulations may change – always verify current requirements
Contact Himalayan Gateway Trek for the most current permit information and assistance with your trekking arrangements. We ensure all necessary permits are obtained correctly and efficiently for your Nepal trekking adventure.
You can navigate to the TAAN (Trekking Agencies Association of Nepal) official website here:
