What are the visa (or any other crucial) requirements of Bhutan for tourists?
I heard that access to Bhutan is quite restricted for all people of outside South-Asian countries? Can I have the details on that?
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Obtaining Bhutanese visa for citizens of other than India, Bangladesh and Maldives seems quite difficult. According to the official website of Tourism Council of Bhutan you will need to book a tour with a local licensed tour operator directly or through a foreign travel agent which will submit the visa request for you:
Other than Indian, Bangladeshis and Maldivian nationals, all visitors to Bhutan require a visa; all visas are issued from Thimphu; visas are only issued to tourists booked with a local licensed tour operator, directly or through a foreign travel agent. Applications for tourist visas are submitted by the tour operator. Visa clearance from Thimphu must be obtained before coming to Bhutan. Visa clearance takes at least 10 days to process. Air tickets to Bhutan cannot be purchased without visa clearance. At your point of entry the visa will be stamped in your passport on payment of US$20, two passport photos will also be required. Visas are issued for a 15day period; extensions can be obtained in Thimphu at a cost of Nu.510.
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Is visa required to visit Bhutan?
No Visa is required to visit Bhutan. Places to visit: Thimphu, Paro, Punakha, Wangdiphodrang, Bumthang. Special permits are however required to visit towns other from Thimphu and Paro.Which countries need visa for Bhutan?
All foreigners (except for citizens of Bangladesh, India, and Maldives) must obtain a visa before visiting Bhutan and may only enter Bhutan through Phuntsholing, Gelephu and Samdrup Jongkhar if coming by land or Paro if coming by air.How much does Bhutan visa cost?
The cost of the Bhutan visa itself is US$40 per person. This is a non-refundable fee. However, in addition to the visa fee, you also have to pay for the tour .Can I enter Bhutan with my Aadhar card?
2. Only above mentioned three \u201cTravel Documents' are admissible, as proof of Indian Citizenship, to enter Bhutan. Other documents such as 'Aadhaar Card', 'PAN Card', 'Driving License'. 'Ration Card' etc are not accepted by the Immigration Authorities of Bhutan for this purpose.Visa Requirements for Bhutan, Nepal, and China
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