Bhutan Visa for Indians: Visa Free
Complete visa requirements for Indian passport holders
Indian passport holders can visit Bhutan without applying for a visa in advance, subject to the current entry conditions below. The listed stay is Unlimited (no visa required for Indians).
Last verified against official sources: 14 April 2026
Key Information
Key Requirements
- Valid Indian passport or Voter ID
- Entry permit for certain areas (obtained at border)
Step-by-Step Application Process
- 1
Carry valid passport or Voter ID card
- 2
Cross India-Bhutan border at Phuentsholing or fly to Paro
- 3
For road entry: Get entry permit at Phuentsholing border (free)
- 4
For air entry: Get entry permit at Paro airport
- 5
No visa formalities required for Indians
Documents Required
- Valid Indian passport or Voter ID
- Passport-size photographs (for entry permit)
- No other special documents needed
Pro Tips
- Easiest Himalayan destination - no visa hassles
- Road trip from India through Sikkim/West Bengal is scenic
- Indian rupee accepted in Bhutan (except ₹500 and ₹2000 notes)
- Get entry permit at Phuentsholing if entering by road - takes 10-15 minutes
- For restricted areas like Haa Valley, get additional permits
Important Notes
- • Indians and Bangladeshis are the only nationals who don't need visa for Bhutan
- • Entry permit required but it's free and issued on arrival
- • Can stay unlimited duration
- • Special permits required for restricted areas
- • No Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) for Indians unlike other tourists
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No visa needed - get entry permit at border/airport
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