Nepal plans to recognize digital passports, visas for foreign tourists
Summary
Nepal’s Department of Immigration is preparing to recognize digital passports and visas through its mobile app, allowing foreign tourists to use them for hotel check-ins, security checks, currency exchange and domestic flights. Officials say the system will also help trace foreign nationals more quickly during disasters and emergencies.
Key Points
- The Department of Immigration is drafting a proposal to give legal validity to digital passports and visas shown on its mobile application.
- Foreign tourists could use the digital records for hotel check-ins, security checks, currency exchange and domestic air travel.
- The system is intended to help authorities locate foreign nationals faster during disasters and emergencies.
- Help desks are being planned at international airports to assist visitors with the app.
