Bhutan Visa Requirements
For 🇦🇺 Australia passport holders
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond stay
Blank Pages
At least 1 page required
Multiple Entry
Single entry
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Travel Essentials
Health & Safety
Safety Rating
Vaccinations
Hepatitis A and B, Typhoid, Rabies, and routine vaccinations. Altitude medication advised.
Tap Water
Bottled water recommended
Safety Tips
Bhutan is one of the world's safest countries with virtually no crime against tourists. Your licensed guide accompanies you throughout. Natural hazards from mountain terrain are the main risks.
Money & Costs
Currency
Nu. Bhutanese Ngultrum (BTN)
Daily Budget (USD)
Budget: $200 · Mid: $300 · Luxury: $800+
Tipping
Tipping your guide and driver is expected ($5-10/day each is appropriate).
Practical Info
Power
Type Type D/F/G, 230V, 50Hz
Driving
Left side
Emergency
112 (all emergencies), 113 (police)
Getting There
Main Airports
Paro (PBH)
Culture & Travel Tips
Best Time to Visit
March-May (spring) and September-November (autumn) offer best weather and clear Himalayan views. Monsoon (June-August) brings rain. Winter is cold but has festivals.
Cultural Notes
Bhutan is the world's only carbon-negative country. Gross National Happiness guides policy. Buddhism pervades daily life. Dress code requires covering arms and legs in dzongs (fortresses). No smoking in public. Plastic bags banned.
Insider Tips
All tourists must book through licensed operators and pay the $200/day Sustainable Development Fee (includes accommodation, guide, transport, meals). Book months ahead for popular festivals. Altitude can reach 3,000m+. Tiger's Nest (Paro Taktsang) is the iconic trek.