How to Apply for an e-Passport in Nepal

How to Apply for an e-Passport in Nepal

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How to Apply for an e-Passport in Nepal

Applying for an e passport in Nepal is now largely an online process. Applicants need to complete the pre enrollment form online, choose an enrollment center, book an appointment, submit the required documents and then visit the selected center to provide their photograph and the biometric information.

Whether you are applying for your first passport or renewing an existing one, understanding the process beforehand can help you avoid mistakes and also unnecessary visits.

What Is an e-Passport in Nepal?

An e-passport is an electronic passport that contains an embedded electronic chip holding the passport holder's personal and the biometric information. Nepal issues e-passports through the Department of Passports under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The application begins online, but applicants still need to appear physically at an enrollment center for document verification, photograph, fingerprints and other biometric procedures.

Who Can Apply for an e-Passport?

You can apply for an e-passport in Nepal if you:

  • Are applying for a passport for the very first time
  • Need to renew an expired passport
  • Need to replace for a lost or stolen passport
  • Need to replace a damaged passport
  • Are applying for a passport for a minor

The online system allows applicants to select the appropriate application type before starting the form.

Documents Required for an e-Passport in Nepal

Before starting the application, please prepare the necessary documents.

For an adult who is applying within Nepal, the Department of Passports lists the following documents:

  • Nepali citizenship certificate
  • National Identity Card or a National Identity Number
  • Current or the expired passport, if you already have one
  • Online application form containing the barcode and the QR code
  • Bank voucher or the revenue payment receipt

Additional documents may be required in few specific circumstances. For example, applicants may need supporting documents when there is any discrepancy in their date of birth.

If you are applying for the first time as an adult, the Department's document guidance specifically lists the Nepali citizenship certificate and validated National Identity Number among the required documents.

How to Fill Out the e-Passport Nepal Online Form

The first major step is completing the online pre-enrollment application. The e-passport Nepal online form can be completed through the official passport application portal.

Official Nepal e-Passport Application Portal

The Department of Passports also provides an Apply for Passport option through its official website.

Step 1: Open the Official Passport Website

Go to the Department of Passports official website and then select the option to apply for a passport. This takes you to the online passport application and then appointment system.

Step 2: Start Pre Enrollment

Select the option to begin the passport application and read the instructions provided by the system.

Pre-enrollment for e-passport Nepal is essentially the first stage of the passport application process. You enter your information online before physically visiting the enrollment center.

Step 3: Choose Your Passport Type

You will need to select the passport type available for your application.

For the ordinary passports the system provides options such as the:

Ordinary 34 page passport
Ordinary 66 page passport

Choose the appropriate option and continue with the application.

Step 4: Select the Enrollment Center

Next, select from where you want to complete the physical enrollment process.

If you are applying inside Nepal, you can select the appropriate enrollment location, such as a District Administration Office, Area Administration Office or the Department of Passports depending on the service you may require.

Step 5: Enter Your Personal Details

The information should match your official documents, especially your citizenship certificate and the other required documents.

The details are mostly:

  • Full name
  • Date of birth
  • Place of birth
  • Citizenship details
  • National Identity Number
  • Contact information
  • Other personal details requested by the form

Step 6: Upload the Required Documents

Upload the documents requested by the application system. Make sure the documents are actually clear and readable before uploading them.

Step 7: Choose an Appointment Date and Time

Select an available date and the time at your chosen enrollment center. The appointment determines when you need to physically visit the center for the in person enrollment.

Step 8: Review and Submit the e Passport Application Form

Before clicking the submit button, carefully review everything you have entered as of yet. The Department recommends properly reviewing the information because errors can create problems later in the passport process.

Once everything is correct, submit the filled application.

Download and Save the Application Form

After submitting the application, you will receive the completed form containing a barcode and QR code. Download the PDF and save a copy on your phone or computer. It is preferable to print the form and take it with you to the enrollment center.

Pay the Passport Fee

The passport fee depends on the type of service and where you apply.

For urgent services through the Department of Passports, the Department currently states that the additional urgent-service fee is NPR 7,000 for a 34-page passport and NPR 12,000 for a 66-page passport. District and Area Administration Offices provide regular service rather than the Department's fast-track service.

Visit the Enrollment Center

On your appointment date, visit the selected enrollment center with your required original documents and application form.

How to Check Your e-Passport Status

After applying, you can check the status of your passport through the Department of Passports' official website in the status-check system.

Where can I apply for an e passport in Nepal?

Regular services are available through designated District and Area Administration Offices, while the urgent services are available at the Department of Passports in Tripureshwor, Kathmandu.

For the latest application instructions, documents, fees and service information, always refer to the official Department of Passports website.