VISA PROCEDURE

Bhutan Tours and Travels manage the entire visa process for our clients in collaboration with the Tourism Council and the Department of Immigration. Visas are exclusively issued to tourists who have booked with a locally licensed tour operator, such as BTT. It is mandatory to obtain visa clearance before arriving in Bhutan; there are no provisions for visa-on-arrival. The processing time for visa clearance is a minimum of 10 to 14 days. Air tickets to Bhutan cannot be acquired without a visa clearance and a copy of the passport. Upon arrival, the visa will be stamped in your passport upon presenting the visa approval letter sent by Bhutan Tours and Travels.

COST BREAKDOWN

The Royal Government of Bhutan has established a Daily Minimum Tariff for Bhutan packages, denominated in US dollars ($), payable in USD or its equivalent before entering Bhutan.

• The daily minimum tariff is USD 250 per person/night for each tourist during their stay in Bhutan.

Surcharges:

Tourists traveling in groups of two people or less will be subject to surcharges in addition to the daily minimum tariff:

• Single individual: US$ 40 per night
• Couple or 2 individuals: US$ 30 per person per night

Additional Notes:

1. A one-time fee of USD 40 applies to visa processing.
2. Children aged 5-12 years receive a 50% discount on the minimum daily package rate.
3. Full-time students below 25 years, holding valid identity cards from their academic institutions, enjoy a 25% discount on the minimum daily package rate.
4. The daily minimum tariff covers all expenses, including accommodation in 3-star facilities, meals, land transport, and guided tours by a certified tour guide. However, it excludes airfare, hotel upgrades, luxury packages (if chosen), drinks, and personal expenses.