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Browse the full Annapurna Base Camp library →Trekkers on the standard Nayapul route normally need a Annapurna Conservation Area entry permit and a Annapurna Conservation Area Project entry permit. Requirements and fees can change, so reconfirm them before travel.
The two standard route permits
| Permit | Purpose | Common checkpoint |
|---|---|---|
| Annapurna Conservation Area entry | Access to the protected national park | Birethanti and park checkpoints |
| Annapurna Pasang Lhamu local entry | Local government visitor fee | Nayapul or route checkpoints |
What to carry
- Your original passport and several photocopies.
- Digital and paper copies of travel insurance and emergency contacts.
- Passport-size photographs if requested by your operator or for unexpected paperwork.
- Permit receipts and any group documentation supplied by your trekking company.
TIMS and route variations
Permit practice has changed over time, and the application of TIMS rules can depend on current policy and route arrangements. Do not rely on an old blog post or a screenshot of a previous traveller’s receipt.
Side trips outside the standard ABC corridor, restricted areas, climbing peaks or entry from a different region can introduce additional permits. Tell your operator the full intended route before documents are arranged.
Amigo Treks checks the current route requirements when confirming a trip. Permit fees are government or local-authority charges and may be revised without long notice.
Useful answers
Frequently asked questions
Can permits be bought on the trail?
The standard fees are often processed at designated offices or route entry points, but organised trekkers should let their operator arrange the correct documents and receipts in advance where possible.
Do children pay the same fee?
Age concessions can differ between authorities. Confirm the current rule with the issuing office or your trekking operator before departure.
Is a climbing permit needed for Base Camp?
No. Visiting Annapurna Base Camp on the trekking route is not a summit climb. A separate climbing permit is needed only for an authorised climbing objective.
Sources and fact-checking
Rules, prices, access, weather and local procedures can change. Reconfirm current conditions before travel.
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