Bhutan to Bhutan: Visa Requirements 2026

Entry Requirement — 2026
🇧🇹 Bhutan 🇧🇹 Bhutan
Visa Required

A visa is required. Contact the embassy for current fees and processing times.

Bhutan citizens must obtain a visa before entering Bhutan. Apply in advance at the Bhutan embassy or consulate in Bhutan. Processing times vary — allow 2–4 weeks for the Bhutan embassy application. Both countries have a comparable cost of living (index ~42, NYC=100).

Bhutan Passport Strength

17 Visa-free
29 Visa on arrival
57 e-Visa
96 Visa required

Entry Details — Bhutan

Entry type
Visa Required
A visa must be applied for at an embassy or consulate before departure.
Maximum stay
Stated on visa
Per entry. Extension may be possible in-country.
Cost of living — Bhutan
42.0
Index vs NYC=100 · Full data →
Income tax — Bhutan
25%
Top marginal rate · All tax rates →
Digital nomad visa
Not available
No dedicated digital nomad visa programme.
Monthly budget (comfortable)
~$1,050/month
Estimated for a single expat · Budget tool →

Other Asia Destinations — Bhutan Passport

Cost of Living & Tax Overview

Bhutan and Bhutan have a broadly similar cost of living (index 42 vs 42, NYC=100).
Bhutan cost of living guide →
Tax rates in Bhutan — income, corporate & VAT →

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Bhutan citizens need a visa to visit Bhutan?+

Bhutan passport holders currently have Visa Required access to Bhutan. A visa must be applied for at an embassy or consulate before departure.

How long can Bhutan passport holders stay in Bhutan?+

The maximum stay is determined by the visa category granted at the Bhutan embassy. Single-entry visas typically allow 30–90 days; multi-entry visas vary.

Is there a digital nomad visa for Bhutan?+

Pas de nomad visa dédié. Long-stay visa standard disponible (90 jours, renouvelable hors Schengen). Revenu minimum non défini officiellement.

What is the cost of living in Bhutan?+

The cost of living index for Bhutan is 42.0 (NYC=100). See the entry details section for an estimated monthly expat budget. For detailed price breakdowns visit the full cost of living guide for Bhutan.

What documents are required for Bhutan citizens to enter Bhutan?+

A valid Bhutan passport is the minimum requirement. A visa must be obtained from a consulate or embassy before travel.

Data source: Passport Index 2026 (github.com/imorte/passport-index-data, MIT). Visa requirements change without notice — always verify with the official embassy before travel. Last updated April 2026. Not legal or immigration advice.