Visa

To apply for a Bhutan visa, you will need the following documents:

1. A digital copy of a valid passport with at least six months of validity beyond your departure date from Bhutan.
2. A recent digital passport photo.
3. Arrival and departure dates.
4. Valid travel insurance for the duration of your travel.
5. A one-off visa application fee of USD 40.

If you are visiting Bhutan through Roam Bhutan, we will assist you with the entire visa process including document submission and coordination with the Department of Immigration.

1. All tourists entering Bhutan are subjected to a Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) of USD 100 per night.
2. Children under 5 years old and below are exempt from the SDF.
3. Children aged 6 to 11 years are required to pay USD 50 per night.
4. SDF does not cover accommodation, meals, transportation, or guide services.
5. Regional tourists from India are required to apply for a permit and pay 1200 INR/night.

The Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) aims to maintain the country's cultural and environmental integrity, preserving its unique beauty for generations to come. By embracing this commitment to sustainability through the SDF fee, visitors actively contribute to the conservation of Bhutan's natural wonders.

Bhutan cherishes its unique cultural heritage and pristine environment by regulating tourism through a policy of High Value, Low Impact.

As of August 2023, the Royal Government of Bhutan has introduced new incentives and policy measures to boost the tourism sector, acknowledging its significant role in generating employment, earning foreign exchange, and spurring economic growth across ancillary industries.

1. Visa Requirement: All tourists, except for visitors from India, Bangladesh, and the Maldives, need a visa to enter Bhutan. Indian visitors require a permit, while nationals of Bangladesh and the Maldives are eligible for a visa on arrival.
2. Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) Incentives: A 50% discount on the prevailing SDF of USD 200 is offered to US Dollar paying tourists, reducing the SDF to USD 100 per person per day. This discount also applies to US Dollar-paying children aged between 6 and 11 years. Furthermore, the 24-hour SDF waiver for tourists staying in border towns will continue.
3. Application Process: Visitors can apply for a visa clearance or permit online through the Department of Immigration’s website or engage tourism service providers like Druk Asia to handle travel documents and trip planning.
4. Effective Period: These incentives are effective from 1 September 2023 until 31 August 2027, with periodic assessments to be conducted by the Royal Government.