🗺️ Ladakh Permit Guide: Hanle, Chusul Route & Online Process
Planning a trip through the remote wonders of Ladakh? This blog helps you navigate permits for Hanle, the Chusul route, and how to pay the environmental fee with ease. ✔️
Yes! Indian and foreign travelers need permits to explore key areas like:
Hanle
Chusul Route
Tso Moriri
Nubra Valley
Pangong Lake
🧾 These permits are known as Inner Line Permits (ILP) for Indians and Protected Area Permits (PAP) for foreigners.
Skip the long queues in Leh! Use the Ladakh e‑permit website for a smooth experience:
🔹 Create an account
🔹 Choose routes (e.g., Hanle, Chusul, Pangong to Tso Moriri)
🔹 Upload valid ID
🔹 Select travel dates
🔹 Pay online
💡 You’ll still need to get the permit stamped at the Tourist Info Center in Leh before traveling.
Want to travel directly from Pangong Lake to Tso Moriri via Chusul–Loma–Nyoma–Mahe? You’ll need:
✅ ILP with Hanle + Chusul sectors selected
🧍Physical stamping in Leh
🛣️ Current route status check (some stretches may be closed for civilians)
🚫 This route is not always open, so confirm with locals or your tour operator.
All travelers to Ladakh must pay:
₹400 – Environment Fee
₹100 – Red Cross Donation
₹20 per day – Wildlife Permit Fee
💳 These can be paid online or at the Tourist Center in Leh. Keep both physical and digital receipts handy at check posts.
🌟 Always keep multiple photocopies of your permits for checkpoints
📍 Stay informed via BRO updates and local WhatsApp groups
🚗 Book drivers who are familiar with restricted routes
📅 Plan permit processing one full day before you travel
✅ Whether you're planning a solo journey or customizing a Ladakh tour with ColorStays, understanding the Hanle permit, Chusul route, and permit process will ensure a stress-free adventure through Ladakh’s hidden gems!