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Visa requirements · updated Jul 2026

Do India citizens need a visa for Bhutan?

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Citizens of India can visit Bhutan visa-free for up to 14 days. Just a valid passport at the border.

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India vs Bhutan: passport comparison

India

27

visa-free countries

Global rank: #137 · mobility 85

Bhutan

17

visa-free countries

Global rank: #163 · mobility 77.6
9

countries both India and Bhutan can enter visa-free together

India + Bhutan: passport compatibility

77%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where India and Bhutan travel together — by entry type:

9 both visa-free
21 both visa on arrival
37 both e-visa / eTA
85 both need a visa
45 access differs

Where India and Bhutan can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (9)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Country Max stay Passport rank
Barbados 90 days #48
Dominica 21 days #70
Gambia 90 days #132
Haiti 90 days #175
Micronesia 30 days #89
Palestine 90 days #193
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 90 days #56
Seychelles 90 days #58
Thailand 60 days #110

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Documents you'll usually need for Bhutan

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Up to 14 days

No visa needed for the stay

Frequently asked

Do India citizens need a visa for Bhutan?
Citizens of India can visit Bhutan visa-free for up to 14 days. Just a valid passport at the border.
How long can India citizens stay in Bhutan without a visa?
India passport holders are allowed to stay up to 14 days per visit.
Which passport is stronger — India or Bhutan?
The India passport is stronger: 27 visa-free countries versus 17. Global rank: India #137, Bhutan #163.
Where can India and Bhutan citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 9 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Bhutan?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between India and Bhutan?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

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