Except Indians, Bangladeshis and Maldives nationals, all other nationalities require visa for Bhutan. In order to process Bhutan visa, we need color copy of passport (page containing passport no. and face picture in JPEG or PDF format) at least 30 days prior to date of entry into Bhutan. Remaining validity of passport should be at least 6 months from the date of entry into Bhutan (excluding the travelling month). Tourism Council of Bhutan & Immigration Department issue visa reference letter closer to travelling date which we email you or your local travel agent. Travelers are required to produce aforesaid paper visa reference copy at the time of check-in for Bhutan flight while those entering Bhutan by surface via Phuentsholing, Samdrup Jonkhar or Gelephu, they are required to produce this Visa Clearance letter at the Immigration counter. Actual visa is stamped on passport on arrival in Bhutan. Visa fee is US$ 40 and to be paid along with tour cost.