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Entry Permit (Regional Tourism)
BhutanBhutan•Asia
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Entry Permit (Regional Tourism)

Tourist

At a Glance

Processing Time

0–3 days

Estimated Cost

BTN 1,200

Stay Duration

Determined by permit

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Not specified

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)

BangladeshBangladeshIndiaIndiaMaldivesMaldives

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 PortalFill online

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