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Thimphu Visa Guide

Complete visa requirements for Indian passport holders

Visa Requirement
Visa Free

Last updated: November 2025

Key Information

Stay Duration
Unlimited (no visa required for Indians)
Popular With
Nature lovers and peace seekers

Key Requirements

  • Valid Indian passport or Voter ID
  • Entry permit for certain areas (obtained at border)

Step-by-Step Application Process

  1. 1

    Carry valid passport or Voter ID card

  2. 2

    Cross India-Bhutan border at Phuentsholing or fly to Paro

  3. 3

    For road entry: Get entry permit at Phuentsholing border (free)

  4. 4

    For air entry: Get entry permit at Paro airport

  5. 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

Official Source

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Best Time to Apply

No visa needed - get entry permit at border/airport

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