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title: Bhutan visa for citizens of Madagascar
description: "Citizens of Madagascar need a visa for Bhutan and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $40. Processing: 5–7 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Bhutan visa for citizens of Madagascar

Citizens of Madagascar 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.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eVisa · Tourist (up to 30 days)
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 5–7 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:** Not required; tour package covers expenses

## How to apply

1. **Select a licensed Bhutanese tour operator** — Book a tour package that covers accommodation, transport, guide, and SDF.
2. **Pay the SDF and tour costs** — Pay the Sustainable Development Fee (USD 100/night if paid in USD) and full tour package to the operator.
3. **Submit visa application via tour operator** — Provide passport copy, photo, and travel details; operator submits online to Department of Immigration.
4. **Receive eVisa approval** — Visa is processed in 5-7 business days and sent to you and the operator by email.
5. **Print eVisa and travel to Bhutan** — Carry a printed copy of the eVisa to present upon arrival.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity)** (Identity): Must have at least two blank pages.
- **Passport-size photograph (recent, white background)** (Identity): Digital copy, 35x45mm.
- **Tour booking confirmation from licensed Bhutanese tour operator** (Travel): Must include full itinerary and accommodation details.
- **Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) payment receipt** (Financial): USD 100 per night if paid in USD until Aug 2027; otherwise USD 200.
- **Visa fee payment receipt** (Financial): USD 40 per person, paid via tour operator.
- **Travel itinerary (flight bookings)** (Travel): Confirmed round-trip or onward ticket.
- **Hotel/accommodation confirmation** (Travel): Provided by tour operator as part of package.
- **Travel insurance (recommended)** (Supporting, optional): Not mandatory but strongly advised.

## Proof of funds


All costs (SDF, visa fee, tour) are paid upfront to the tour operator; no separate proof of funds required.

## Good to know

- The Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) is mandatory and non-refundable.
- Tour must be booked through a licensed Bhutanese tour operator; independent travel is not allowed.
- Visa is valid for single entry only; re-entry requires a new visa.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect documents (e.g., invalid passport, wrong photo size)** — Double-check all documents against the requirements before submission.
- **Failure to pay SDF or tour costs in full** — Ensure full payment is made to the tour operator before visa application.
- **Tour operator not licensed or application submitted incorrectly** — Use only operators listed on the official Bhutan tourism website.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Madagascar need a visa for Bhutan and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa · Tourist (up to 30 days).

### How long can citizens of Madagascar stay in Bhutan?

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $40.

### How long does Bhutan visa processing take?

Typically 5–7 days.

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

Valid passport (with at least 6 months validity); Passport-size photograph (recent, white background); Tour booking confirmation from licensed Bhutanese tour operator; Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) payment receipt; Visa fee payment receipt; Travel itinerary (flight bookings); and 2 more.

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

At least 6 months.

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