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Entry Permit (Regional Tourism)

Visas BhutanEntry Permit (Regional Tourism)

Bhutan

Bhutan•Asia

Open

Entry Permit (Regional Tourism)

Tourist

At a Glance

Processing Time

0–3 days

Estimated Cost

BTN 1,200 BTN

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

Determined by permit

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

No dependents

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

Overview

This document is required for nationals of India, Bangladesh, and the Maldives to enter Bhutan.

The Entry Permit is a specialized travel document for citizens of India, Bangladesh, and the Maldives. It allows for regional tourism and requires the payment of a daily Sustainable Development Fee (SDF). While it can be obtained at the border, online pre-application is strongly encouraged to ensure a smooth entry process.

Eligible Nationalities (3)

Bangladesh

Bangladesh India

India

India

Maldives

Maldives

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity) or Voter ID (for Indians)

Recent passport-sized photograph

Payment of Sustainable Development Fee (SDF)

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Passport or Voter ID

Photograph

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Simplified entry for regional neighbors
Can be processed at port of entry

Worth Knowing

Mandatory Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) per night
Online application recommended to avoid delays
Non-qualification for regional status
Failure to pay SDF

Application Process

1

Apply online via the Bhutan Immigration Services Portal

2

Pay the applicable SDF

3

Present the permit clearance at the port of entry

Application Forms

Bhutan Immigration Services Portal

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