✅ Visa on Arrival is available for citizens of most countries at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu.
✅ For a smoother arrival, you can also apply for an eVisa in advance via Nepal’s official immigration portal.
✅ Don’t forget: a valid passport (with at least 6 months validity) and passport-sized photos are required.
✅ Visit Nepal Immigration Official Site for updated information.

✅ Printout of visa confirmation (if pre-applied)
✅ Hotel reservation details
✅ Invitation letter (provided by AOTCA 2025/NCTC if needed)
✅ Travel insurance (recommended)

✅ Conference wear: Business casuals/formals for sessions
✅ Evening attire: For gala dinner and cultural events
✅ Comfortable clothes: For tours and city walks
✅ Layered clothing: Kathmandu’s weather in November ranges 10–25°C
✅ Power plug types: C, D, M (bring adapter if needed)
✅ Reusable water bottle (clean water available at hotels/venue)
✅ Personal medications and basic first aid

✅ InDrive / Yango / Pathao / (Taxi / ride hailing)
✅ Foodmandu / Bhojdeals (food delivery)
✅ Daraz (e-commerce)
✅ Google Translate (for language support)
✅ Google Maps / Maps.me (for directions)
✅ eSewa / Khalti (digital payments - for longer stay)

✅ Find volunteers at Airport Help Desk "AOTCA 2025".
✅ Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) is within 4-7 km from all Hotels.
✅ Official hotels offer airport transfers (see our Accommodation page).
✅ Taxis and ride-hailing services (InDrive, Yango and Pathao) are available.

✅ Local SIM cards (NTC/Ncell/CG) are available at the airport with passport
✅ WiFi is widely available at the airport, hotels and the venue
✅ Use eSIM or roaming if available

✅ Local Currency: Nepalese Rupee (NPR)
✅ Exchange at airport, banks, or authorized money changers
✅ ATMs widely available (Visa/MasterCard/UnionPay accepted)
✅ Credit cards (Visa/MasterCard/UnionPay) are accepted at major hotels, restaurants, and shops
✅ AliPay is also accepted, but not everywhere.
✅ Carry some cash for local purchases and tipping

✅ No vaccination required for entry (subject to change)
✅ Drink filtered/bottled water
✅ Follow local health guidelines if any
✅ Emergency services: Dial 100 (police), 102 (ambulance)
✅ Conference venue has on-site first aid and support desk

✅ Use hotel-arranged transport for comfort and reliability
✅ Taxi & ride-hailing apps:  Indriv, Yango & Pathao
✅ Traffic can be heavy - plan buffer time

✅ Greet with “Namaste” ( 🙏 palms together)
✅ Remove shoes before entering homes or temples
✅ Dress modestly in religious or heritage areas
✅ Photography allowed but ask permission in cultural sites
✅ Tipping (10%) is appreciated in restaurants and for services

✅ Pre - and post-conference tours available via our travel partners:

• Pokhara, Chitwan, Lumbini, Nagarkot, Bhaktapur
• Cultural walks, spiritual sites, and adventure activities

✅ Tours for non-participants are available during the AOTCA 2025 Conference (Travel Help Desks are available at the Hotels)

Visit page "AOTCA Tours"

Nepal Standard Time 🕒 (NPT): GMT +5:45
No daylight saving time.