Tourist Information

Tourist VISA

All visitors to Bhutan require a visa other than Indian nationals.Visas are only issued to tourists booked with a local licensed tour operator. Visa has to be approved before arriving in Bhutan or prior to air ticketing. When you are confirmed about your travel with the local travel agent or operator in Bhutan then visa will be processed. Visa clearance takes at least 10 days to process and air tickets cannot be purchased without visa clearance. At your point of entry the visa will be stamped on your passport on payment of US$20, two passport photos will be also required. Visa are issued for 15 day period extensions can be obtained in Thimphu at a cost of Nu.510/- (local currency).

Cancellation

Any tour programmes booked and subsequently cancelled shall be subject to cancellation charges as follows:
Within 30 days of start of programme – no charges
Within 21 days – 10 % of rate
Within 14 days – 15 % of rate
Within 17 days – 30 % of rate
Less than 7 days or without notice 50% of rate
After arrival in Bhutan 100%