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Getting into Tibet

Entry Requirements

Getting into Tibet requires special permits and visas for all foreign travelers.

  • Tibet Travel Permit (TTP): All foreign travelers need this permit. Must be arranged by a travel agency 2–4 weeks in advance.
  • Chinese Visa: Required if getting into Tibet from mainland China.
  • China Group Visa (from Nepal): Travelers getting into Tibet from Nepal must obtain a Group Tourist Visa in Kathmandu. This automatically cancels any individual Chinese visa.
How to Enter Tibet

There are several ways of getting into Tibet, depending on where you start.

By Air

Getting into Tibet
Getting into Tibet
  • From Nepal: Himalaya Airlines and Sichuan Airlines fly nonstop from Kathmandu to Lhasa four times a week.
  • From China: Flights connect Lhasa with Beijing, Xi’an, Chengdu, and Chongqing.

By Road (from Nepal)

Kerung (Gyirong) Border - getting into tibet
Kerung (Gyirong) Border – getting into tibet
  • Kerung (Gyirong) Border: The main land entry point for tourists by road.
  • Simikot Border: Mainly for pilgrims and travelers to Mount Kailash.
  • Kodari Border: Open for trade in 2026, but Kerung remains the main tourist route.

By Train (Qinghai-Tibet Railway)
Popular routes for getting into Tibet by train (2026):

  • Xining: ~21 hours
  • Beijing: ~40 hours
  • Chengdu: ~34–36 hours (every other day)
  • Shanghai: ~44–47 hours (daily)
  • Guangzhou: ~53–55 hours (daily, ~5,000 km), the longest route
Key Considerations
mount kailash
mount kailash
  • Restricted Areas: Places like Mount Kailash and Everest Base Camp need special permits. Your travel agency will arrange these for you.
  • Group Size from Nepal: In 2026, you need at least five people to get a China Group Visa when entering Tibet from Kathmandu. Travelers can be from different countries, but everyone must go to the embassy for fingerprints and photos.
  • Visa Processing: Inquire with the Chinese Embassy in Nepal for current processing times.

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