Everest Region Trek Permits Guide 2025: What You Need to Know Before You Go

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30 Apr 2025

2025

Trekking in the Everest Region is a dream for many adventurers, but it is important to understand the permit requirements before you start your journey. Climbing permits are essential for ensuring safety, regulating tourism, and preserving the natural environment. 

This guide provides information on the permits required for trekking and climbing in Nepal, including costs and where to obtain them.

Key Summary Table: 

Types of Permits

1) Sagarmatha National Park Permit

2) Khumbu Rural Municipality Permit

3) Mountain Climbing Permit

Where to get the Permits?

You get the Mountain Climbing and National Park Permits in Kathmandu.

You get the Khumbu Rural Municipality Permit at Lukla or Monjo, en route to the Everest Region.

1. Sagarmatha National Park Permit

This permit is required for treks in the Everest region. It can be obtained in Kathmandu (Tourist Service Center, Bhrikutimandap) or at the Monjo entry point along the Everest Base Camp trail.

Cost:

- Foreigners: NRs. 3,000

- SAARC Nationals: NRs. 1,500

- Children below 10 years: Free

Where to Obtain:

- Tourist Service Center, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu.

- Entry points like Monjo on the Everest Base Camp Trek route.

2. Khumbu Rural Municipality Permit

Trekkers heading to the Everest region also need the Khumbu Rural Municipality Permit. The fee must be paid in Nepalese currency, so ensure you have cash on hand.

Cost:

- NRs. 3,000 per person for the first four weeks.

- NRs. 3000 for stays longer than four weeks.

Where to Obtain:

- Lukla Checkpost (Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality Office).

- Monjo checkpoint for treks starting from Jiri or Salleri.

3. Mountain climbing permits

Mountain climbing permits are given by either the Department of Tourism or the Nepal Mountaineering Association based on the height of the peak you want to climb.

Climbing Permits

- Issued by the Department of Tourism (DoT), these permits are required for peaks above 7,000 meters, such as Mount Everest and other major peaks.

Trekking Peak Permits

- The Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) issues permits for peaks between 5,800 meters and 6,500 meters. The cost is approximately $500 USD.

Documents Required for NMA Permits:

- Bank voucher for permit fee and garbage deposit.

- Accidental insurance of 15 lakh NRs., medical insurance of 4 lakh NRs., and helicopter rescue insurance of $10,000 USD.

- The same insurance requirements apply to Nepali climbers.

Before starting your trek, both permits must be obtained in Kathmandu, at the respective offices of DoT or NMA.

Permit Costs Above 8,000 Meters

Permit Costs 7501 Meters to 7999 Meters

Permit Costs (7000 Meters to 7500 Meters)

Permit Costs 6500 Meters to 7000 Meters

Peaks that Don’t Need a Climbing Permit Cost