Bhutan Visa Process for Indian Tourists: Everything You Need to Know
Last updated: June 01, 2025
How to Process Your Tourist Permit for Bhutan for Both Indian and Foreign Tourists
For Indian Tourists:
Documents Required:- 1. Passport or Voter ID card (original and photocopy).
- 2. Passport-sized photographs.
- 3. Hotel booking confirmation.
- 4. Travel itinerary.
- 5. Entry form (provided at the entry point)
- • Phuentsholing Entry Point: For overland travel via Jaigaon (West Bengal).
- • Paro International Airport: If you're flying into Bhutan.
- • Entry Permit: Issued at Phuentsholing or Paro Airport for Thimphu and Paro regions. More info: Tourism Council of Bhutan
- • Route Permit: Required for visiting other destinations like Punakha, Bumthang, etc. Issued by the Immigration Office in Thimphu.
- • ₹1,200 per person per night (as per Bhutan Tourism Council 2025 update) - Official source: Bhutan Travel
For Foreign Tourists (Except India, Bangladesh & Maldives):
Process:- 1. Book a Tour: Contact a licensed Bhutanese tour operator or international partner.
- 2. Visa Application: The operator applies on your behalf to the Tourism Council of Bhutan (TCB). More info: Bhutan Visa Information
- 3. Visa Approval: You'll receive visa clearance via email.
- 4. Entry Visa Stamp: Provided upon arrival in Bhutan.
- • Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity) - U.S. Passport Info or UK Passport Info
- • Recent passport-sized photo
- • Confirmed itinerary and hotel bookings
- • Flight tickets.
- • Travel insurance - Recommended providers: World Nomads or Allianz
- • USD $100 per person per night (as of 2025) - Official policy: SDF Information
Additional Resources:
- • Wikipedia: Bhutan - General information about the country
- • Lonely Planet Bhutan Guide - Travel tips and recommendations
- • Bhutan Immigration Department - Official immigration portal
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