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Bhutan
Bhutan visa for Indian citizens
Entry requirement
Bhutan admits Indian citizens without a visa for stays of up to 14 days.
- Maximum stay
- 14 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at mfa.gov.bt
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Bhutanese citizens travelling to India
BhutanIndia Visa-free India visa for citizens of Bhutan
Travel advice for Bhutan
- US State Department Level 1: Exercise normal precautions
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
For a trip from India to Bhutan, the published travel advice reads as follows: the US State Department rates Bhutan at Level 1, exercise normal precautions (updated 3 September 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Bhutan (updated 10 December 2025) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Bhutan (updated 13 October 2026).
Good to know
How long Indian citizens can stay in Bhutan
Indian citizens may stay in Bhutan for up to 14 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Bhutan.
Bhutan’s neighbours for Indian citizens
China requires Indian citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Bhutanese citizens travelling to India
Bhutanese citizens can enter India without a visa. The rule is the same in both directions between India and Bhutan.
Frequently asked questions
Do Indian citizens need a visa for Bhutan?
Bhutan admits Indian citizens without a visa for stays of up to 14 days.
How long can Indian citizens stay in Bhutan?
Indian citizens can stay in Bhutan for up to 14 days.
Do Bhutanese citizens need a visa for India?
Bhutanese citizens can enter India without a visa.
Can Indian citizens enter Bhutan visa-free?
Yes, Indian citizens can enter Bhutan without a visa and stay for up to 14 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.