Nepal Trekking Permits 2026
Costs in NPR & USD
Every Nepal trek needs at least one permit — and since 2023, a licensed guide. Here is exactly which permits each region requires, the current 2026 cost in Nepali rupees and US dollars, and how to get them. Or let us handle every permit when you book.
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The popular teahouse treks cost about NPR 5,000–6,000 (≈ US$40–45) per person in permits. Annapurna treks need ACAP (NPR 3,000) + TIMS (NPR 2,000). Everest Base Camp needs the Sagarmatha National Park permit (NPR 3,000) + the Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality permit (NPR 3,000) — no TIMS. Restricted areas cost much more: Manaslu ≈ US$250, Upper Mustang ≈ US$525.
Since April 2023 a licensed guide is required for national-park trekking, and permits are issued through registered agencies. Fees are set in Nepali rupees; USD figures are approximate at ~NPR 133/US$. Reviewed June 2026 — we confirm live rates before you trek.
New rule since 2023: a licensed guide is mandatory
From April 2023, Nepal requires trekkers in national parks and conservation areas to trek with a government-licensed guide — fully independent solo trekking is no longer permitted on these routes, and permits are issued through registered agencies. Restricted areas (Manaslu, Upper Mustang, Dolpo, Kanchenjunga, Tsum, Nar Phu) have always required a guide and a minimum of two trekkers. Every Travel Himalaya Nepal package includes an NMA-certified guide.
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Tap a region on the map, set your group, and get the exact 2026 total in NPR & USD.
Permit types & 2026 costs
TIMS Card
Trekkers' Information Management System
NPR 2,000
≈ US$17 · group/SAARC NPR 1,000
Annapurna, Langtang, Manaslu lower trail & most regions — but NOT the Everest/Khumbu region
Nepal Tourism Board (Kathmandu / Pokhara) via a licensed agency
Issued through registered agencies. No longer used in the Khumbu (Everest), where the Khumbu Pasang Lhamu permit replaced it.
ACAP Permit
Annapurna Conservation Area Permit
NPR 3,000
≈ US$22 · SAARC NPR 1,000 · under-10 free
Annapurna Base Camp, Poon Hill, Mardi Himal, Annapurna Circuit, Khopra, Upper Mustang
Nepal Tourism Board or ACAP office (Pokhara / Kathmandu)
Valid for the full duration of your trek. Funds conservation and local community development.
Sagarmatha NP Permit
Sagarmatha National Park entry permit
NPR 3,000
≈ US$22 · SAARC NPR 1,500 · fee inclusive
Everest Base Camp, Gokyo Lakes, Three Passes
Nepal Tourism Board (Kathmandu) or the park gate at Monjo
UNESCO World Heritage Site. VAT was absorbed into national-park fees in 2019 — nothing is added on top.
Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Permit
Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality permit
NPR 3,000
≈ US$22 · raised from NPR 2,000 in 2025
Everest Base Camp, Gokyo, Three Passes (replaces TIMS in the Khumbu)
Collected locally at Lukla or Monjo
Introduced in 2018; replaced the TIMS card in the Everest region. Pay in Nepali rupees (cash).
Langtang NP Permit
Langtang National Park entry permit
NPR 3,000
≈ US$22 · plus TIMS NPR 2,000
Langtang Valley, Gosaikunda, Helambu, Tamang Heritage
Nepal Tourism Board or the park entrance
The most accessible major region — 6–8 hours by road from Kathmandu, no flight needed.
Manaslu Restricted Permit
Manaslu Restricted Area Permit (RAP) + MCAP + ACAP
US$100 / 7 days (Sep–Nov)
+US$15/day after · US$75 / 7 days (Dec–Aug) · +MCAP & ACAP NPR 3,000 each
Manaslu Circuit, Tsum Valley
Department of Immigration, Kathmandu (RAP issued only via a registered agency)
Restricted area: requires a minimum of 2 trekkers and a licensed guide. RAP is priced in US dollars.
Upper Mustang Restricted Permit
Upper Mustang Restricted Area Permit + ACAP
US$500 / 10 days
+US$50/day after · plus ACAP NPR 3,000
Upper Mustang (Lo Manthang), beyond Kagbeni
Department of Immigration, Kathmandu (via a registered agency)
Restricted area: licensed guide and minimum 2 trekkers required. Trekkable even in the monsoon (rain shadow).
Trek → permit cost quick reference (2026)
| Trek | Permits needed | Total (NPR) | ≈ USD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poon Hill (4–5 days) | ACAP + TIMS | NPR 5,000 | ≈ $40 |
| Mardi Himal (5–7 days) | ACAP + TIMS | NPR 5,000 | ≈ $40 |
| Annapurna Base Camp (7–11 days) | ACAP + TIMS | NPR 5,000 | ≈ $40 |
| Annapurna Circuit (12–16 days) | ACAP + TIMS | NPR 5,000 | ≈ $40 |
| Everest Base Camp (12–14 days) | Sagarmatha NP + Khumbu Pasang Lhamu | NPR 6,000 | ≈ $45 |
| Gokyo Lakes (12–14 days) | Sagarmatha NP + Khumbu Pasang Lhamu | NPR 6,000 | ≈ $45 |
| Langtang Valley (7–8 days) | Langtang NP + TIMS | NPR 5,000 | ≈ $40 |
| Manaslu Circuit (14–16 days) | RAP + MCAP + ACAP | ~NPR 33,000 | ≈ $250 |
| Upper Mustang (10–14 days) | Restricted Permit + ACAP | ~NPR 70,000 | ≈ $525 |
Per person, foreign-national rates. Restricted-area totals (Manaslu, Mustang) assume a standard itinerary and include RAP + conservation permits; USD ≈ at NPR 133/US$. All permits are included in Travel Himalaya Nepal packages. See the full restricted-area permit list & costs for Dolpo, Kanchenjunga, Nar Phu, Tsum and more.
Permit guides by region
Everest Base Camp permits
Sagarmatha NP + Khumbu Pasang Lhamu
Annapurna ACAP & TIMS permits
ACAP + TIMS for all Annapurna treks
Manaslu permits
Restricted permit + MCAP + ACAP
Upper Mustang permits
US$500 restricted permit + ACAP
Langtang permits
Langtang National Park + TIMS
Gokyo & Three Passes permits
Same Khumbu permits as EBC
How to get your permits
Know your region
Each region has its own permits. We tell you exactly what your route needs.
Book a licensed guide
Required since 2023 for national-park treks. Permits are issued through your agency.
Get your permits
Conservation/park permits are NPR 3,000 each; TIMS NPR 2,000. Restricted permits via Kathmandu immigration.
Carry originals
Checkpoints on every route verify them. Keep Nepali rupees cash for trail-collected fees.
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