Your comprehensive guide to visas in Bhutan

Bhutan, an enchanting enclave in the Eastern Himalayas, nestled between the giants of China and India, is known for its pristine nature and deep-rooted cultural diversity. As the land of the Thunder Dragon, where Gross National Happiness trumps Gross National Income, Bhutan attracts travelers looking for a unique destination every year. However, for most foreign travelers, a visa is required to visit this remarkable country.

In most cases, a visa is required to enter the Kingdom of Bhutan. The country's visa policy aims to promote the concept of “high-value, low-impact tourism”, which the government believes will help preserve the country's cultural traditions and natural treasures. Bhutan is making every effort to protect its pristine ecosystems and cultural heritage. Our visa agency can help you obtain a Bhutan visa online for all travelers.

The Bhutanese visa is an essential travel document that allows non-Bhutanese citizens to enter and stay in the country for a limited period of time. It is an essential part of your travel arrangements and must be applied for in advance before your arrival in Bhutan. There are different types of visas, including tourist, business and student visas, depending on the purpose of your visit. Each visa has its own requirements in terms of necessary documentation, application process and validity period.

The application process for a Bhutanese visa can be complex, so it is crucial that you fully understand the specific requirements and procedures that apply to your visa category. Thorough preparation and correct completion of the application process can help avoid potential delays or complications when entering Bhutan.

Buch-dein-Visum.de will help you plan your trip to Bhutan and guide you through the visa process. With our support and resources, you can rest assured that you are well prepared for your trip and can enjoy Bhutan to the fullest.

Before entering Bhutan, every tourist must apply for a visa, with the exception of citizens of Bangladesh, India and the Maldives. You can apply for a visa yourself by filling out the online form on the website, or you can apply for a visa through our service - our specialists will help you with the documents quickly and cost-effectively. You can complete the application form for yourself and all members of your party by providing the required details for each traveler.

Nationals of India, the Maldives and the Republic of Bangladesh require a permit to enter Bhutan. This is best done in advance by making the application yourself before your trip or through a tour operator or hotel that can make the application on your behalf.

It is advisable to apply for the Bhutan entry permit in advance and pay the relevant fee online. It is also advisable to take out travel insurance in advance.

Foreigners with a valid SAARC Visa Exemption Stamp are not required to apply for a visa or entry permit.

Nationals of all countries, except India, Bangladesh and the Maldives, must apply for a visa for Bhutan.

Indian nationals can obtain an entry permit for Bhutan, while Maldivian and Bangladeshi nationals can obtain a visa on arrival in Bhutan directly at the port of entry. For this, their passports must be valid for at least six months. For Indian nationals, a Voter Identity Card (VIC) is also accepted as a legal travel document. In addition, these visitors must pay a “sustainability fee” of around 17 US dollars per day for their stay in Bhutan.

Citizens of other countries must apply for a visa before entering Bhutan. This can be done via the Bhutan Tourism Board's online form. A scan of the passport page with personal details is required. In 2024, it is no longer mandatory to apply for a visa through a registered tour operator. You can use the services of certified visa agencies. Our team of professionals will help you obtain your Bhutan visa in a short time.

After full payment of your travel expenses including the visa fee to the TCB bank account, the Bhutan Tourism Board will issue the visa. Upon arrival in Bhutan, present your visa approval letter at the immigration office where the immigration officers will check it and stamp the visa.
Bhutan has several official entry points by land (Phuentsholing, Gelephu and Samdrup Jongkhar) and one official entry point by air (Paro).

The costs for the visa for Bhutan are made up of the service fee and the Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) and vary depending on the length of stay. We recommend that you use our visa calculator on buch-dein-visum.de to determine the exact costs based on your individual requirements and planned length of stay.

The service fee and the SDF fee are paid to buch-dein-visum.de, which submits the application on behalf of the applicant, for the processing of the visa application and your stay. The SDF fee is 100 US dollars per day.

There is an additional visa application fee of €65 if the processing time is 10 working days.

So the final cost of the visa depends on the number of days you plan to spend in Bhutan. Let's say you are planning a ten-day trip to Bhutan. The SDF fee would then be a total of 1,000 US dollars. Together with the visa application fee, the total visa for a ten-day trip to Bhutan would cost 1,000 US dollars plus 65 EUR.

The cost of a visa can vary depending on the length of stay and processing time. We therefore recommend that you find out the exact costs before applying for a visa. Our visa calculator offers you a quick and convenient way to find out the total cost of your visa.