Entry Permit (7 Nights)
Entry permit 7 Nights
Mode: OtherEntry: Single Entry • Short StayStay Duration: 30 DaysValidity: 60 Days
Overview
Eligible tourists may enter and remain in Bhutan for a brief, prearranged stay, usually up to seven nights, with the Bhutan Entry Permit (7 nights). Travelers must pay the Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) and make reservations through an authorized tour operator. The permission is issued either before or upon arrival and covers authorized destinations.
Why Travunited
• Easy approvals: Extensive document reviews to minimize rejections or delays. • Complete management: We oversee itineraries, hotel reservations, and permits. • Quick processing: Real-time status updates and timely submission. • Personal support: Committed help prior to and throughout your journey. • Clear costs with no additional fees are the hallmark of transparent pricing. • Travel-ready plans: Appropriate route planning for regions that are allowed and unique.
Stats
• Initial stay: Indian visitors are often granted entry permits for a maximum of seven days, which can be extended in Bhutan. • SDF (Indians): Each person must pay ₹1,200 per night. • SDF (other foreigners): Approximately $100 for adults per night. • Indian nationals simply require an entry permit, not a visa. • Coverage: Only travel to Paro and Thimphu is permitted with a basic permit. • Extension: The Immigration Office in Thimphu is able to extend stay and route permits. • Bhutan has a "high value, low volume" approach to tourism.
Documents Required
Per Traveller
Passport copy
RequiredRequired document
Recent Photo
RequiredRequired document
Flight Reservations
RequiredRequired document
Hotel Bookings
RequiredRequired document
Travel Insurance
RequiredRequired document
Proof Of Accommodation
RequiredRequired document
Entry Permit/SDF
RequiredRequired document
Minors-College or School ID
RequiredRequired document
Eligibility
1.A valid voter ID or passport: • Indian nationals can utilize a voter ID or a passport, which is advised. • A passport valid for at least six months is required for people of other nationalities. • Visit for the sole purpose of tourism (no job or extended stay). 2.Travel itinerary in advance: • Travelers who are not Indian must make reservations through a Bhutan tour operator with a license. • Indians are frequently able to travel on their own, but they need to plan their route and make lodging reservations. 3.Payment of the Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) is required based on nationality. 4.A verified hotel reservation for the duration of the stay serves as proof of lodging. 5.Proof of return or subsequent travel is needed at the point of admission. 6.Clear immigration history: No past infractions or overstays.
Important Notes
• A special permit is needed to go outside of the designated locations, such as Thimphu and Paro. • In Bhutan, it can be extended if authorized and is often granted for a maximum of seven nights at first. • Payment of the Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) is required based on nationality. • When traveling, always keep your printed permit and passport or voter ID with you. • Entry is not guaranteed by permit approval; immigration has the last say. • Fines or future travel restrictions could result from overstaying. • Make sure your return plans and hotel reservations are finalized before you arrive.
Rejection Reasons
• Inadequate or invalid validity of a passport or voter ID. • Inaccurate or lacking application information. • Absence of verified hotel reservations or an itinerary. • Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) nonpayment or inaccurate payment. • Make an effort to travel for business or non-tourism reasons. • Prior overstays or immigration infractions in Bhutan. • Unreliable or suspicious travel information. • Authorities have raised security concerns. • Using an unlicensed tour operator to apply (for non-Indians). • Supplying fraudulent or deceptive papers.
FAQs
1. Do I need a visa to visit Bhutan?
Yes, all foreign nationals (except Indians, Bangladeshis, and Maldivians) require a visa to enter Bhutan.
2. Do I need special permits for certain areas in Bhutan?
Yes, some regions (like Haa Valley, Lhuntse, or parts of Bumthang) require special permits issued by the Bhutanese government, which your tour operator will arrange.
3.Does the Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) have to be paid?
Indeed. Every visitor is required to pay the relevant SDF according to their nationality.
4.Is it necessary to submit biometrics?
When issuing permits, biometrics may be collected at the entry point.
