Thimphu, Bhutan

Travel Infomation

Visa and Permit Requirements

All international travelers (except Indian, Bangladeshi, and Maldivian nationals) require a visa to enter Bhutan.


  • How to Apply: Submit your visa application through a licensed Bhutanese tour operator. Provide a scanned passport copy, recent photographs, and travel details. 
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Sustainable Development Fee (SDF)

Bhutan follows a "High-Value, Low-Impact Tourism" policy to preserve its culture and environment.

  • Daily Tariff: $200–$250 per person, per night (varies by season).
    What It Covers:
    - Accommodation.
    - Meals.
    - Transportation.
    -Services of a licensed guide.
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Getting into Bhutan

The most convenient way of entering Bhutan is by Druk Air BAE 319 airbus, the country’s first national carrier. 

  • By Air: Fly to Paro International Airport, Bhutan’s only international airport. Airlines: Druk Air and Bhutan Airlines operate flights from cities like Bangkok, Delhi, Kathmandu, and Singapore.
    By Land: Enter Bhutan via the land border at Phuentsholing, Gelephu, or Samdrup Jongkhar from India.
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