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Visa & Entry Guide

Bhutan

Bhutan famously measures development using the philosophy of Gross National Happiness.

LeisureOnline or eVisa processBusinessRequirements available
CapitalThimphu
LanguagesDzongkha & English widely used
Entry Guidance

What to know before travelling to Bhutan

Use the section that matches your travel purpose and passport context.

01

Tourist & Leisure

Visitor requirements

Valid passport
Online visa application
Digital passport copy
Passport photograph/details
Travel arrangements
Accommodation/tour details
Additional documents requested

Passport & documents

Bhutan requires foreign visitors other than specified exempt nationalities to obtain authorization before entry; tourists can apply through the official Immigration Services Portal.

02

Business Travel

Business requirements

Valid passport
Appropriate immigration application
Host/company documentation
Purpose of visit
Invitation/supporting letter
Company/business documents
Additional documents requested

03

Passport Context

Kenyan passport holders

Bhutan requires foreign visitors other than specified exempt nationalities to obtain authorization before entry; tourists can apply through the official Immigration Services Portal.

Kenyan residents using other passports

Requirements normally follow the passport used for travel. Confirm the application route for your nationality and Kenyan residence status.

04

Application Route

How and where to apply

Embassy / mission

No resident Bhutanese Embassy in Nairobi.

Processing guidance

Apply in advance and check current immigration requirements.

Important Visa Information

Guidance does not guarantee approval or entry.

Visa requirements and processing times may change. Sunward Travel will confirm the applicable requirements at the time of application. The issuance of a visa is the sole prerogative of the issuing country's immigration/consular authorities, and Sunward Travel does not guarantee a successful visa application for any applicant or nationality.

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