The absence of visa and passport requirements for travel between India and Nepal is a result of the Treaty of Peace and Friendship signed in 1950. This treaty, which underpins the relationship between the two nations, allows for unrestricted movement across their shared 1,751-kilometer border. The treaty provides provisions for equal treatment in industrial and economic development, and the right to property, business, residence, and movement within both countries. The treaty also dictates that Nepal must consult India before importing weapons from other countries. The 1950 treaty is a testament to the long-standing close ties between the two countries, facilitating trade, cultural exchange, and mutual respect.
