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Bhutan Visa for Pakistan Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

Pakistani citizens need an online visa clearance for Bhutan, arranged through a licensed Bhutanese tour operator before travel; visa fee USD 40 plus a Sustainable Development Fee of USD 100 per night, processing a few business days.

Guide last updated October 19, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay
  • A confirmed booking with a licensed Bhutanese tour operator (required for visa clearance)
  • Scanned passport bio-data page
  • Digital passport-size photo
  • Confirmed flight itinerary (into and out of Paro, or entry via land border)
  • Full prepayment or deposit for the tour package, as required by the operator
  • Travel/health insurance recommended given Bhutan's mountainous terrain
  • No biometrics required at the online clearance stage

Visa types

  • Tourist visa clearance: issued once a tour operator submits the application via the Department of Immigration's online system, typically valid for the trip duration arranged
  • Business visa: for meetings or conferences, arranged through a sponsoring local entity
  • Note: unlike India, Bangladesh, and the Maldives, Pakistani nationals do not get visa-free or on-arrival entry and must go through the standard tourist visa process

How to apply online

  • Select and book with a Bhutan Tourism Council-licensed tour operator
  • The operator submits the visa application on your behalf through the online Department of Immigration system
  • Pay the visa fee and Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) as part of the tour package cost
  • Receive the visa clearance letter by email; present it along with the passport on arrival, when the actual visa stamp is issued

Fees & processing time

  • Visa fee: USD 40 (one-time, non-refundable)
  • Sustainable Development Fee (SDF): USD 100 per person per night for most nationalities, including Pakistan
  • Total estimated cost: USD 40 plus (USD 100 x number of nights), on top of the tour package price
  • Standard processing time: a few business days once the tour operator submits the application
  • No separate express service; timelines depend on the operator's submission speed

Tips for Pakistan travelers

  • Book with the tour operator at least 3-4 weeks before travel to allow time for visa clearance
  • Common rejection reasons: incomplete tour booking details, mismatched passport information
  • Confirm the SDF and all-inclusive package costs upfront, as these form the bulk of trip expenses
  • Carry both the visa clearance letter and passport for immigration checks on arrival
  • Extensions of stay must be arranged through the same tour operator with the Department of Immigration

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.