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title: Bhutan visa for citizens of Bangladesh
description: "Citizens of Bangladesh can get a visa on arrival in Bhutan. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Bhutan visa for citizens of Bangladesh

Citizens of Bangladesh can get a visa on arrival in Bhutan.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival · Tourist
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Government fee:** No fee listed
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Arrange tour with licensed Bhutanese tour operator** — Select itinerary and pay the SDF; operator submits visa pre-approval.
2. **Receive visa clearance letter** — Tour operator sends the approved clearance letter once pre-approval is granted.
3. **Travel to Bhutan** — Fly to Paro or cross land border with passport and clearance letter.
4. **Obtain visa on arrival** — Present documents at immigration; visa is stamped free of charge.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport (valid at least 6 months)** (Identity)
- **Passport-size photographs** (Identity): 2 photos
- **Pre-approved visa clearance letter from Bhutan Immigration** (Travel): Must be arranged through a licensed Bhutanese tour operator prior to travel
- **Travel itinerary and accommodation details** (Travel): Provided by tour operator
- **Proof of payment of Sustainable Development Fee (SDF)** (Financial): $15 per night for Bangladeshi tourists

## Proof of funds

- proof of SDF payment

Sustainable Development Fee must be paid via tour operator before travel.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Missing pre-arranged tour booking and visa clearance letter** — Ensure you book a tour with a licensed Bhutanese tour operator before travel and obtain the visa clearance letter.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Bangladesh need a visa for Bhutan?

Citizens of Bangladesh can get a visa on arrival in Bhutan. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist.

### What documents do citizens of Bangladesh need for Bhutan?

Passport (valid at least 6 months); Passport-size photographs; Pre-approved visa clearance letter from Bhutan Immigration; Travel itinerary and accommodation details; Proof of payment of Sustainable Development Fee (SDF).

### How long must my passport be valid for Bhutan?

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Bhutan visa for every passport](/visa/bhutan)
- [Every destination for Bangladesh passport holders](/visa/passport/bangladesh)