Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Yes, it's safe to drive in and around Bhutan. You must follow all traffic laws, wear a seatbelt, and never drive while intoxicated as you would anyplace else. Bhutan has a lot of winding mountain roads that require attention to travel.

Although it is not required, it is advisable to get travel insurance in case of an accident or other emergency while on the road. You are protected by travel insurance so you won't have to worry if something goes wrong.

Indian nationals planning to travel to Bhutan must have one of the two valid Travel Documents a Valid Indian Passport that has a validity of a minimum of 6 months OR a Voter Identity Card issued by the Election Commission of India. No Visa is required to visit Bhutan.

Holders of Indian passports are only permitted to remain in Bhutan for a total of 15 or 7 days after the date of entrance. But if you want to stay in the nation for a longer period of time, you must request an extension of your entry permit.

The only districts of Bhutan that Indian nationals with entry permits may visit are Thimphu, Phuentsholing (also known as Phuntsholing), and Paro. You can apply for a route or area permit at the immigration office in Thimphu if you want to travel to locations other than these three.

There is no fee associated with obtaining a visa for Bhutan for Indian nationals. However, Indian citizens must pay to enter Bhutan (apart from expenses, of course). As a result, the Bhutanese government now charges Indian citizens a visa fee of 1,200 (INR) when they visit the nation. This is referred to as a sustainable development framework, or SDF, for short.

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