Trekking Permits in Nepal: Complete 2026/2027 TIMS & Conservation Guide
Nepal Trekking Permits Explained
Nepal maintains a strict conservation and safety checkpoint system across all trekking corridors. Here is what you need for each major region:
1. TIMS (Trekkers' Information Management System) Card
Required for most non-restricted regions (Annapurna, Langtang). Under recent government rules, individual solo foreign trekkers must hire a licensed guide through a government-registered trekking agency like Trek Nepal to secure TIMS verification.
2. National Park & Conservation Area Permits
- **Sagarmatha National Park Permit:** NPR 3,000 + 13% VAT - **ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area):** NPR 3,000 - **Langtang National Park:** NPR 3,000 - **Chitwan National Park:** NPR 2,000
3. Restricted Area Permits (RAP)
Require a minimum of two foreign travelers accompanied by a government-licensed guide: - **Upper Mustang:** USD 500 for the first 10 days, USD 50/day thereafter. - **Manaslu Circuit:** USD 100/week (Autumn) or USD 75/week (Spring). - **Upper Dolpo:** USD 500 for the first 10 days. All permits for our clients are handled directly by our Kathmandu operations headquarters before you lace up your boots.
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This guide is published by Trek Nepal, an independent digital Himalayan trekking guide created by Sunil Paudyal. All route recommendations reference official Nepal Tourism Board, Department of National Parks, and high-altitude safety guidelines.