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Nepal passport holders: Single entry for Brunei. Fee: BND 20 (~USD 15.64). Processing: Same day (VoA) / 5-10 days (embassy). Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.
Overview
Visa-on-Arrival available for Nepalese: BND 20 (~USD 15 / NPR 2,265) for 14-day Tourist. Embassy visa also available via Brunei High Commission New Delhi. One of the easier Southeast Asian destinations for Nepalese.
Visa types: Visa-on-Arrival (14-day Tourist); Tourist Visa (embassy, 30/90 days); Business Visa; Work Visa (employer sponsored); Student Visa; Family Visa; Transit (72-hour transit visa-free for some routes).
Fees & funds
Stay & validity
Validity: VoA single entry 14 days. Embassy visa up to 90 days. Extensions possible in-country.
Extension possibleConditional
Overstay penalty: Per-day fine + possible re-entry ban — verify with destination immigration authority
How to apply
Requirements
Passport & photo
Required documents: Valid passport (6+ months); VoA: Filled arrival card + return ticket + proof of accommodation + USD funds; Embassy: Application form, 2 photos, bank statement (USD 50/day), hotel booking, return ticket, employment letter; For Business: Brunei company invitation.
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Visa-on-Arrival available for Nepalese: BND 20 (~USD 15 / NPR 2,265) for 14-day Tourist. Embassy visa also available via Brunei High Commission New Delhi. One of the easier Southeast Asian destinations for Nepalese.
Common rejection reasons
Common NP rejections (LOW rate): (1) Missing return ticket at airport — denied boarding; (2) Insufficient cash on arrival; (3) Past Gulf/Malaysia overstay history flagged; (4) Single male applicants face brief questioning; (5) Document inconsistencies at immigration.
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