Bhutan Visa

Visa and Entry Requirements (including Sustainable Development Fee)

Almost all foreign nationals (except Indians, Bangladeshis, and Maldivians) must obtain a Bhutan visa in advance. The one-time visa application fee is US$40, collected along with the Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) when you apply.

Bhutan’s “High-Value, Low-Impact” policy levies an SDF of US$100 per adult per night of stay. Children aged 6–12 pay half (US$50), and under-6 are exempt.

Visa applications and SDF payment are typically handled by our agent, please submit your details tour our agent after confirming the trip and then you will pay your tour package fee to our agent.

Key Points:

  • Visa required for all nationalities except Indians, Bangladeshis, and Maldivians.
  • US$40 visa fee plus US$100/day SDF (per adult).
  • SDF: Children under 6 are free, 6–12 half-rate ($600).
  • Apply visa through our tour operator.