Bhutan•AsiaReligious Visa (Non-Tourist)
At a Glance
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USD $40
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Renewable
Renewal
Renewable
Family
Not specified
PR Pathway
None
Sponsor
No job offer needed
Work
Remote not required
Overview
This visa is for individuals visiting Bhutan for religious purposes.
The religious visa is intended for individuals visiting Bhutan for specific religious purposes. It is contingent upon the verification and recommendation of the Choedey Lhentshog, the government commission overseeing religious organizations. Applicants must provide clear documentation regarding their religious affiliation and the purpose of their visit.
Requirements
PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS
Verification and recommendation from the Choedey Lhentshog (Commission for Religious Organizations)
Details of the religious institution or purpose of the visit
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Recommendation letter from Choedey Lhentshog
Religious institution details
Advantages & Considerations
Key Benefits
- Facilitates religious study or practice in Bhutanese institutions
Worth Knowing
- Requires high-level religious commission approval
- Strictly regulated
- Lack of recommendation from Choedey Lhentshog
Application Process
Secure a recommendation/verification letter from the Choedey Lhentshog
Submit the visa application along with the recommendation to the Department of Immigration
Application Forms
| Department of Immigration | Fill online |
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