VISA Information

• All visas are issued by Department of Immigration, Ministry of Home & Cultural Affairs in Thimphu.

• Visa clearance must be obtained before coming to Bhutan. Visa clearance takes at least up to 7 days to process.
• All delegates will be provided free visas by the Ministry of Home and Cultural Affairs for duration of meeting.
• All arrangements for visa clearance will be managed by the Conference Organisers upon registration for the meeting.
• All delegates are advised to check their passport validity which should not be less than 6 months from the date of travel.

Processing VISA:

• Register Online for the Meeting. Click Here
• There are no requirements of visa interviews or finger print scans for visa approval.
• Delegates will be required to upload scanned copies of their passport during the registration process.
• Upon acceptance of registration, visa will be processed by the Conference Organisers and a scanned copy of the clearance will be shared by email.
• The visa clearance letter must be produced at the time of boarding the plane
• Upon arrival at the Paro International Airport in Bhutan, the invitation letter should be presented to the visa officer at the immigration desk
• The Visa Officer will then stamp the visa on the passport.

 Other Information:

Customs Duty:

Travelers will be required to complete the passenger declaration form upon arrival. Travelers are allowed to bring in the following items –

• Personal belongings.
• Alcohol (wine or spirit) – up to 1 liter.
• Up to 200 pieces of cigarettes, 250 grams of tobacco or 50 cigars. These are further subject to 100 percent customs duty and 100 percent sales tax.
• Video and / or photography equipment for personal use.
• Instrument and apparatus for personal use.

The following are some of the goods that require an import license or permits from relevant authorities:

NOTE: On arrival, an RTM desk will be available at the airport. Delegates are kindly requested to approach the desk for assistance.