Bhutan•AsiaVaries
Free
Tied to official visit
Yes
Not Required
Allowed
No
Not Required
Visa for government officials, state representatives, and delegations traveling on official business, issued upon recommendation from a relevant government agency via the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The Official Visa is a specialized entry category reserved for government officials, state representatives, and members of official delegations traveling to Bhutan for authorized government business. This visa facilitates diplomatic and professional engagement between Bhutan and other nations or international organizations. As a mark of international courtesy and in alignment with diplomatic protocols, this visa is typically issued on a gratis basis to eligible individuals holding official, diplomatic, or UN passports, as well as those traveling under specific government-recommended delegations.
The issuance of an official visa is generally coordinated through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, which verifies the purpose of the visit and provides the necessary recommendations to the Department of Immigration. Applicants must demonstrate their official status and the nature of their mission, often supported by a forwarding letter from their respective government department or organization. This visa category ensures that official visitors are processed efficiently, reflecting the importance of international cooperation and the formal diplomatic relationships maintained by the Royal Government of Bhutan.
| Status type | Tied to program duration |
Must be a holder of an official passport or a government official on official assignment.
Recommendation/clearance from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade (MoFAET) of Bhutan.
Passport must have a minimum validity of six months from the intended date of departure from Bhutan.
Duly completed visa application form.
Education
none or higher
Duly completed visa application form.
Copy of valid official passport (minimum 6 months validity).
Recommendation letter from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and External Trade (MoFAET) of Bhutan.
Forwarding letter from the head of the department or relevant organization.
Detailed itinerary or program of the visit (if applicable).
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