Bhutan: Travel guide, visas and free housing · 2026

Bhutan, officially the Kingdom of Bhutan, is a landlocked country in South Asia, located in the Eastern Himalayas, bordering China's Tibet Autonomous Region to the north and northwest and India to the south and southeast.

Bhutan · CC BY-SA 4.0

Map of places

EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.

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Exchange rateBTN 94.93per 1 $BTN — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.

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New information about dual nationals returning to the UK (‘Entry requirements’ page).

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 1Usual care is enough — no special measures.

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Exercise normal precaution in Bhutan . Bhutan is generally a safe destination for travelers. Medical services for routine and emergency procedures are limited, specifically in rural areas. Read the Health section of the Travel Guidance on this page for more information. Bhutan regularly experiences flooding, landslides, and wildfires. The country is also vulnerable to earthquakes.

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Bhutan: Travel guide, visas and free housing · 2026

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Highlights of the country

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Safety and health