September 26, 2015 TnH Global

Bhutan Visa

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On this page, you will get detailed information about Bhutan Visa and formalities.

Visa Information for the Bhutan

Visa Note & Fees

Indian nationals willing to visit Bhutan do not need a visa under any category; however, they must carry proof of identification.
Visitors can enter into Bhutan by road through Indian Territory at the southern border town of Phuntsholing or by Air at Paro.
It is mandatory for foreign tourists to avail the services of Druk Air at least one way i.e. either on entry or exit.
In the Indian subcontinent, Druk Air (Royal Bhutan Airlines) operates from New Delhi, Kolkata, Bangkok, Dhaka and Kathmandu.
Foreign tourists must obtain ‘Visa Clearance’ from the Tourism Authority of Bhutan (TAB), Thimphu, before departing for Bhutan.
The Actual visa is stamped on the visitor’s passport on arrival at the Port of entry on payment of US $20 for a 15 days’ stay.
A minimum of 7 working days is needed to obtain the visa clearance.
The Visa is granted for single entry only.
Extension of visa, for a period not more than 6 months, can be obtained in Thimphu on payment of NU 510.

Facts to Know About Bhutan

Name: Kingdom of Bhutan

Location: Indian sub-continent; on border between Assam (northeast India) and China

Time: IST (+) 1/2 hr

Capital: Thimphu

Language: Dzongkha (official), Nepali, Lepcha, Chocangacakha, Lakha, Brokkat

Area: 46,500 sq km

National Day: 17 Dec (Coronation of First Druk Gyalpo, King of Bhutan)

Currency: Bhutanese Ngultrum (BTN) 1 = INR 1.01

Climate: Bhutan experiences four distinct seasons which are quite similar those of Western Europe. The Monsoon season occurs from June and August when the temperature varies between 8°-21°C. However, the temperatures drop noticeably with increases in altitude. Days are generally very pleasant (average about 10°C) with clear skies and sunshine, but nights are cold and require heavy woolen clothing, mainly in winter. The best time to visit Bhutan is the months of October & November, and April to mid-June, when the rainfall is at a minimum and temperatures are favorable to active days of sightseeing. The foothills are also very pleasant for visits during the winter.

Holidays: 19 Feb – Losar, 21 Feb – Birthday of His Majesty the 5th King, 28 Apr – Zhabdrung Kuchoe, 2 May – Birthday of the Third Druk Gyalpo, 2 Jun – Lord Buddhas Parinirvana, 10 Jul – Birthday of Guru Rinpoche, 20 Jul – Drukpa Tshezhi First Sermon of Lord Buddha), 19 Sep – Thimphu Drubchen, 23 Sep – Thimphu Tshechu, 13 Oct – Dashain, 1 Nov – Coronation of the Fifth Druk Gyalpo, 11 Nov – Birthday of the Fourth Druk Gyalpo, 17 Dec – National Day.

Airline Name: Druk Air Corporation (Royal Bhutan Airlines) KB

International Airports: Paro

Diplomatic Representations:

New Delhi

Name: Royal Bhutanese Embassy

Address: Chandragupta Marg, Chanakyapuri

City: New Delhi – 110 021

Country: India

Telephone: 011 – 2688 9807, 2688 9808, 2688 9809, 2688 9230

Fax: 011 – 2687 6710, 2467 4664

Timings: Mon to Fri

Office Timings: 0900 to 1700 hrs