🇧🇹Bhutan Visa 2026: Entry Requirements
Asia· Updated 10/10/2026
Do you need a visa for Bhutan?
It depends on your passport. Out of 195 nationalities documented by IziVisas, 1 enter Bhutan visa-free and 194 obtain an e-visa or a visa on arrival.
Visa-free
1
nationalities
Visa on arrival
2
nationalities
E-visa
192
nationalities
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Bhutan tourist e-visa
Bhutan publishes an online tourist visa. Eligibility depends on your nationality, check your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
Bhutan tourist permit (SDF)
40 USDStay: Per nightProcessing: Pre-arrival approval
Data updated on · Official source
Rules by nationality cross-checked against the official list (bhutan.travel), read on .
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Indicative information, drawn from official sources and Wikipedia, and updated automatically. Rules change: confirm with the embassy or the official portal before booking. Our methodology · Official portal
Depending on your nationality, you may be able to apply online. Check your passport's entry rules first.
- Online filing for nationalities eligible for an e-visa or visa on arrival
- Online application tracking
- Paid service, on top of official fees
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Bhutan visa requirements by nationality
The entry regime Bhutan applies to the passports most often checked on IziVisas. Open a row for the fee, the processing time, the documents and the allowed stay of that exact route.
Bhutan visa types, fees and processing times
Every visa category Bhutan publishes, with the official fee, the allowed stay and the processing time when the source states them. Eligibility depends on your nationality: open your route for the rule that applies to your passport.
| Visa | Category | Allowed stay | Official fee | Processing time | Entries | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay (tourism) | Short stay | 14 days | 100 USD | Portal | ||
| Bhutan tourist permit (SDF) | Short stay | Per night | 40 USD | Pre-arrival approval | Portal | |
| Business visa | Business | 90 days | 5,000-27,000 BTN | 15 business days | Multiple | Portal |
Visas
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Information
Capital
Thimphu
Population
798,000
Currency
Bhutanese Ngultrum (BTN Nu.)
Languages
Dzongkha, Nepali, English
Continent
Asia
Calling code
+975
Timezone
Asia/Thimphu
Area
38,394 km²
Government
Constitutional monarchy
National day
17 December - National Day of Bhutan
Internet domain
.bt
About
Bhutan is a Himalayan kingdom landlocked between India and China, renowned for its Gross National Happiness (GNH) philosophy. It maintains over 60% forest cover and prioritizes sustainable development. The economy is driven by hydropower, tourism, and agriculture.
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Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
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Safety
Risk areas
Crime(Low)
- Avoid wearing visible valuables
- Stay vigilant in tourist areas
Terrorism(Low)
- Negligible risk, follow official advice
Transport
- Drive carefully, prefer organized transportation
Natural risks(Moderate risks of earthquakes, landslides, and floods during monsoon)
- Check the weather, avoid risky areas during the rainy season
Health(Basic healthcare system, good hospitals in Thimphu)
- Recommended vaccines: hepatitis A/B, typhoid, rabies
- Drink only bottled water
Practical tips
- Respect Buddhist culture and modest clothing
- SDF permit required for treks
- Avoid taking photos of military sites
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
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Cost of living
Accommodation
Food
Transport
Leisure
Health
Others
Indicative prices in USD in Thimphu · estimated in October 2026
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Practical information
Electricity
Emergency numbers
Practical information
Left
unsafe
Not mandatory, 5-10% appreciated
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Photos
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Plan your trip
Tours and activities (GetYourGuide)
Book excursions ahead, with free cancellation on most activities.
Nomad Insurance travel cover (SafetyWing)
Medical cover and repatriation, can be taken out mid-trip.
eSIM data (Saily)
Stay connected on landing, with no roaming charges. Requires an eSIM-compatible phone.
Accommodation (Hotels.com)
Hotels and other stays, with a free-cancellation filter.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you need a visa to travel to Bhutan?▾
It depends on your passport. IziVisas documents the entry regime for Bhutan across 195 nationalities: 1 visa-free, 2 with a visa on arrival, 192 with an e-visa. Pick yours for the exact rule, with documents, fees and processing times.
Check by my nationality →How much does a Bhutan visa cost?▾
Fees vary by visa type and nationality. The lowest published official fee is 100 USD (Short-stay (tourism)). These are government fees only, providers and visa application centres add their own service charge.
Is it dangerous to travel to Bhutan?▾
The overall risk level is currently rated "Overall low security level, very safe country for tourists.". See the Safety tab on this page for details by topic (crime, transport, health, areas to avoid) and practical tips.
What currency is used in Bhutan?▾
The official currency is Bhutanese Ngultrum (BTN Nu.). See sample prices (accommodation, meals, transport) in the cost of living section above.
What is the capital of Bhutan?▾
The capital of Bhutan is Thimphu. The main spoken languages are: Dzongkha, Nepali, English.
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