Bhutan Tourist Visa — USD 40 visa fee + USD 100/night Sustainable Development Feefor 🌍 Zambia citizens travelling to 🇧🇹 Bhutan

📋Required Documents9

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  Completed online visa application via the official visit.doi.gov.bt portal or a licensed Bhutanese tour operator
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  Confirmed accommodation or tour itinerary within Bhutan
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  Digital passport photo (recent, white background)
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  Flight bookings into Paro (PBH) or land entry plans via Phuentsholing
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  Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your travel dates
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  Payment of the Sustainable Development Fee — USD 100 per person per night (discounts apply for children)
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  Payment of the USD 40 visa application fee (non-refundable)
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  Travel insurance valid for the full duration of the stay (mandatory for visa issuance)
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  Visa clearance letter (issued before travel — airlines check it at check-in; the visa is stamped on arrival)

ℹ️What to Expect

Apply for your Bhutan Tourist Visa — USD 40 visa fee + USD 100/night Sustainable Development Fee through the official online portal before departure. Complete the application form, upload all required documents in the specified formats, and pay the fee online. Processing takes approximately 5 days. Once approved, you will receive your eVisa by email — print a copy or save it digitally to present at the Bhutan border. The government fee is USD 40.00. Always verify current requirements with the Bhutan embassy or official government website before booking travel.

🌐Why Zambia passport holders need a visa for Bhutan

Zambia citizens are eligible to apply for an eVisa to enter Bhutan. This pre-travel online application is a streamlined alternative to a consular visa — Zambia passport holders can complete the process from home without visiting an embassy. Approval is typically granted within a few business days.

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