Why Is Nepal Planning To Restrict Everest Permits For Climbers?

Apr 30, 2025 Sumaya Rathour

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New rule requires climbers to scale a 7,000m Nepali peak first.

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Only Nepali citizens can serve as guides and expedition leaders now.

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Critics argue global high-altitude experience should also qualify for Everest permits.

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Goal is to improve safety and reduce deaths in Everest’s Death Zone.

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