Trekking Permits In Nepal

1:Trekkers’ Information Management System/TIMS card

The Trekkers’ Information System (TIMS) card is a mandatory system which is designed to ensure the safety of trekkers who come over Nepal.It collects and maintains all the information of the trekkers ,including the  trekking routes and emergency  contact number.

• Why it is needed: The TIMS card is essential for maintaining records,ensuring the safety and facilitating rescue operation in case of emergency.

• Places Covered : Most trekking regions in Nepal ,including popular routes like :Everest Base Camp,Annapurna Circuit,Langtang Valley and more.

• Prices:

                       For SAARC trekker: NPR 1000/USD$7.50          

                       For Non-SAARC trekker:NPR 2000/USD$17

• Where to obtain:Nepal Tourism Board offices,Trekking Agencies’ Association Of Nepal (TAAN),or registered trekking agencies.

• How to obtain:Submit a filled application form along with a copy of your passport and two passport-sized photos.

• Things required for Tims card:

1.  Your Entry and exit dates for Nepal 

2. Your entry and exit points

3. A detailed itinerary

4. Local emergency contact number(it can be your tour operator)

5. Home country emergency no

6. Your insurance policy no

2:Special Trekking Permit for restricted area

The special Trekking Permit is required for access to certain restricted areas in Nepal.These areas are restricted due to their cultural and environmental sensitivity.

• Why it is needed:Certain areas of Nepal are restricted due to cultural and environmental significance.The special permits control access to these regions.

• Places Covered: Restricted areas such as upper Mustang,Upper Dolpo,Manaslu Circuit and parts of the Kanchenjunga region.

• Where to obtain:Department of Immigration in Kathmandu or Pokhara or through registered trekking agencies.

• How to obtain :Apply through a registered agency,providing necessary documents like a copy of your passport and passport-size photos

3:Conservation Area entrance fee

The Conservation Area entrance fee is a fee charged for entering designated conservation areas in Nepal.These areas are established inorder to conserve the natural environment ,biodiversity and cultural heritage.

• Places covered:Conservation areas like Annapurna Conservation Area,Langtang National Park,Makalu Barun National Park and many others .

• Why it is needed :It is needed inorder to support the conservation efforts and sustainable tourism practices in protected areas 

• Where to obtain: At the entrance gate of the respective conservation area.

• How to obtain:Pay the fee at the designated entry point , through travel agency or Nepal tourism Board

• Prices:NPR 3000 (or around $25)

4:National Park entrance fee

The National Fee is fee which is for entering national parks in Nepal.These parks are established to protect and preserve the country’s diverse flora and fauna.The entrance fee funds conservation activities ,wildlife protection and infrastructure maintenance within national parks

• Places Covered: National Parks such as:Sagarmatha National Park(Everest Region),Chitwan National Park ,Langtang National Park and others.

• Where to obtain :At  the entrance gate of the national park, online form of the national parks office,at the Tourist Service Centre in Kathmandu.

• Prices:NPR 3000 (around $25 )the fee is also the same for every national park .

• How to obtain it:Pay the fee at the designated entry point or from Nepal tourism board.

5:Trekking peak climbing and mountaineering permit

The Trekking peak Climbing and Mountaineering Permit are required for individual or groups planning to climb peaks or engage in the  mountaineering activities  in Nepal.The permit specify the peak,the duration of the climb and other relevant details.It is issued to control and monitor climbing activities ,ensuring safety and environmental conservation.

• Places Covered:Various Trekking peaks and mountains like: Island Peak,Mera Peak,Lobuche East and major peaks like;Everest ,Annapurna and others.

• Why it is needed:It controls and monitors climbing activities to ensure safety and environmental conservation.

• Where to obtain it:Department Of Tourism in Kathmandu

• How to obtain:Apply through registered trekking agencies with necessary documents like climbing itinerary,route map,and proof of experience.

Prices:

6:Filming and documentary shooting permit

The Filming and Documentary Shooting Permit is necessary for individuals or crews planning to film or shoot documentaries inNepal.The permit is issued to regulate and monitor filming activities ,particularly in culturally significant and environmentally sensitive locations.

• Places covered:Any location in Nepal where filming for documentary shooting is planned,including cultural heritage sites,natural landscapes and remote areas.

• Why it is needed:To regulate and monitor filming activities to protect cultural and environmental aspects.

• Where to obtain it: Ministry of Information And Communication or Film Development Board Of Nepal

• How to Obtain:Apply with details of the filming project ,locations and purpose and along with necessary documentation.

• Prices:To shoot a film in Nepal, the filmmakers must pay about 15,000 NPR just to obtain a filming permit, and this doesn't include any extra fees charged by the local agency they hire. The duration of the filming permit can vary, lasting anywhere from one to three years depending on the type of project. Moreover, the liaison officers, who assist with the filming process, should have access to the same facilities and services as the rest of the crew.

In short, if you want to go trekking in Nepal and see the amazing mountains, you need special permission cards. These cards help keep you safe and make sure the mountains stay healthy. There are different cards for different places, like the TIMS card and a special one for certain areas. You pay a small fee for these cards, which goes to taking care of the environment and culture. So, before you go on your adventure to places like Everest or Annapurna, remember to get the right cards, follow the rules, and enjoy the trek while also helping to keep Nepal's mountains beautiful.