Documents Required for Indian Tourists Visiting Bhutan

Passport, Voter ID, Entry Permit and SDF guide for Indian travellers Documents Required for Indian Tourists Visiting Bhutan Planning a Bhutan trip from India is simple, but carrying the correct travel documents is essential. Indian citizens do not require a tourist visa for Bhutan . Instead, they must obtain an Entry Permit before travelling beyond the designated border areas. For Indian adults, Bhutan's Department of Immigration accepts an original valid Indian Passport or Voter Identity Card at the port of entry. No other identity document should be relied upon for entry. Indian nationals under 18 may travel with a passport or birth certificate and must be accompanied by a legal guardian. This guide explains the documents Indian tourists need, how to obtain a Bhutan permit, child documentation, SDF requirements and what to prepare before departure. Quick Checklist for Indian Travellers Before travelling to Bhutan, keep the following ready: For Adults Original Indian Passport or Voter ID Card Recent passport-size photograph Bhutan Entry Permit Confirmed travel dates Hotel and tour details Sustainable Development Fee payment Copies of travel documents for backup For Children Below 18 Passport or Birth Certificate Recent passport-size photograph Travel with a legal guardian Parent/guardian travel documents Indian tourists applying for a permit online need a digital copy of...