Netherlands passport → Bhutan

Bhutan visa for citizens of the Netherlands

eVisaeVisa · Tourist

Citizens of the Netherlands 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
How to apply	Fully online — no office visit
Entries	Single entry
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	Sufficient funds for stay (typically $200 per day)

How to apply

1
Contact a licensed Bhutanese tour operator
Select a tour operator approved by the Tourism Council of Bhutan.
2
Submit visa application through tour operator
Provide passport details, photo, and travel itinerary to the operator.
3
Pay visa fee and sustainable development fee
Fees are paid via the tour operator; typically $40 visa fee plus $100 per day SDF.
4
Receive visa approval letter
The tour operator sends the pre-approved visa letter electronically.
5
Travel to Bhutan
Present the visa approval letter at the port of entry (airport or land border).
6
Collect visa on arrival
Immigration stamps the visa into your passport upon arrival.

Documents checklist

Identity

Passport (valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay)
Must have at least two blank pages.
Passport-sized photograph (recent, white background)
45mm x 35mm, digital upload.
Visa application form (online)
Completed via tour operator or official portal.
Copy of passport data page
Clear scan.

Travel

Travel itinerary (confirmed flights and hotel bookings)
Must be arranged through a licensed Bhutanese tour operator.
Tour confirmation from licensed Bhutanese tour operator
Includes full tour package details.
Return flight booking
Onward ticket required.
Hotel reservation (pre-booked through tour operator)
Part of the tour package.

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds (bank statement or sponsor letter)
Minimum $200 per day of stay.

Supporting

Travel insurance (covering medical and repatriation)
Optional
Recommended but not mandatory.

Proof of funds

Minimum balance: $200 per day of stay

Bank statement
Sponsor letter

Funds must cover the entire stay including SDF and tour costs.

Good to know

Visa must be arranged through a licensed Bhutanese tour operator; independent travel is not allowed.
The sustainable development fee (SDF) is $100 per person per night (reduced for certain periods).
Visa approval is subject to payment of all fees and tour confirmation.

Common refusal reasons

Incomplete or incorrect application form

Double-check all details with your tour operator before submission.

Insufficient funds or unclear financial proof

Provide a recent bank statement showing adequate balance.

Invalid passport (less than 6 months validity)

Renew passport before applying.

Failure to book through a licensed tour operator

Only use operators listed on the Tourism Council of Bhutan website.

FAQ

Do citizens of the Netherlands need a visa for Bhutan?

Citizens of the Netherlands need a visa for Bhutan and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa · Tourist.

What documents do citizens of the Netherlands need for Bhutan?

Passport (valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay); Passport-sized photograph (recent, white background); Visa application form (online); Travel itinerary (confirmed flights and hotel bookings); Tour confirmation from licensed Bhutanese tour operator; Proof of sufficient funds (bank statement or sponsor letter); and 4 more.

How long must my passport be valid for Bhutan?

At least 6 months.

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