Tourist Visa Is Sufficient (With Conditions)
Medical elective students in Nepal operate under a tourist visa — there is no special "student" or "medical" visa category for short-term placements. However, you need additional documentation.
Required Documents
- Tourist visa (apply for 30 or 90 days based on placement length)
- University letter — confirming your enrollment and elective approval
- Hospital acceptance letter — we provide this from our partner hospital
- Professional indemnity insurance — covering clinical work in Nepal
- Travel insurance — with medical evacuation coverage
- Vaccination records — Hepatitis B, Typhoid, Japanese Encephalitis recommended
Visa Extension
If your placement is longer than your initial visa, you can extend at the Department of Immigration in Kathmandu (Maitighar). We assist with this process.
What We Handle
When you book through Adventure Alternative Nepal Medical Electives, we provide: - Hospital acceptance letter - Placement confirmation for your university - Airport pickup - In-country orientation including immigration guidance - Emergency support if visa issues arise
Timeline
Apply for your visa on arrival — no need to apply at a Nepal embassy beforehand (unless you're from a restricted nationality). Contact us if unsure.
