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# Bhutan visa for citizens of Hong Kong

Citizens of Hong Kong need a visa for Bhutan and can apply online for an eVisa.

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

Official application site: https://visit.doi.gov.bt

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** evisa
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 3–5 days
- **Government fee:** $40
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Must show at least USD 200 per day of stay or similar proof of sufficient funds.

## How to apply

1. **Prepare required documents** — Gather all the necessary documents listed above.
2. **Complete the online application** — Fill out the visa application form on the official eVisa portal.
3. **Upload documents** — Scan and upload all required documents (passport, photo, proof of accommodation, travel itinerary, bank statement, insurance).
4. **Pay the visa fee** — Pay the USD 40 visa fee online using a credit/debit card or other accepted methods.
5. **Submit the application** — Review your information, accept terms and submit the application.
6. **Wait for processing** — The eVisa is typically processed within 3-5 business days.
7. **Receive eVisa approval** — You will receive the approved eVisa via email as a PDF document.
8. **Print the eVisa** — Take a printout of the eVisa to present upon arrival in Bhutan.
9. **Travel to Bhutan** — Present your passport and the eVisa printout at the immigration checkpoint.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Passport must have at least six months of remaining validity.
- **Passport-size photograph** (Identity): Recent color photo with white background.
- **Completed visa application form** (Identity): Online form submitted via the official eVisa website.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel): Hotel booking or a letter of invitation from a registered tour operator.
- **Flight itinerary** (Travel): Confirmed round-trip or onward tickets.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statements or other evidence showing ability to cover expenses.
- **Travel insurance** (Travel): Valid medical and travel insurance covering the entire stay in Bhutan.
- **Visa fee payment receipt** (Financial): Payment of USD 40 visa fee is made online.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** USD 200 per day of stay
- Bank statements
- Credit card statements
- Letter from bank

Alternative proof such as traveler's checks may also be accepted.

## Good to know

- The eVisa is valid for a single entry only and cannot be extended.
- You must enter Bhutan within 90 days of the visa approval date.
- Failure to meet entry requirements (e.g., passport validity, onward ticket) may result in denial on arrival.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields and ensure information matches your passport exactly.
- **Insufficient funds proof** — Provide clear bank statements or other reliable evidence of sufficient funds.
- **Invalid travel insurance** — Purchase insurance that covers medical emergencies and repatriation for the entire duration of stay.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Hong Kong need a visa for Bhutan?

Citizens of Hong Kong need a visa for Bhutan and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: evisa.

### How long can citizens of Hong Kong stay in Bhutan?

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Bhutan visa cost for citizens of Hong Kong?

Government fee: $40.

### How long does Bhutan visa processing take?

Typically 3–5 days.

### What documents do citizens of Hong Kong need for Bhutan?

Valid passport; Passport-size photograph; Completed visa application form; Proof of accommodation; Flight itinerary; Proof of sufficient funds; and 2 more.

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

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://visit.doi.gov.bt

## Sources

- [visit.doi.gov.bt](https://visit.doi.gov.bt)

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