Bhutan

Bhutan dependent permit for eligible spouse and dependent children of professional work-permit holders, investors/promoters of FDI companies, and specified project uniformed personnel.

Bhutan immigrant-status route for a foreigner married to a Bhutanese, issued through an Immigration Card after the required marriage, Bhutanese spouse identity, and foreign spouse passport or identity evidence.

• Limited work rights

Bhutan investor permit route for promoters, investors, board directors, technical or managerial personnel of FDI companies, and potential investors, backed by Department of Industry approval.

• Limited work rights

Bhutan non-tourist visa or entry-permit service family for foreigners qualifying under government-approved non-tourist categories. The DOI page says visa applications go to the Visa Division with a three working day processing target.

Bhutan personal guest permit for guests of Bhutanese. The immigration rules limit personal guests to two persons in a year and to the actual visit duration or thirty days, whichever is less.

• 30 days
• No work rights

Bhutan student visa/entry permit for international students pursuing exchange, short-term, or long-term study in a recognized institution. The 2026 guideline says complete applications are decided within seven working days.

Bhutan tourist visa/permit route filed online through the official immigration portal. The immigration rules state tourists may stay for the actual approved duration or ninety days, whichever is less.

• 90 days
• No work rights

Bhutan work permit route for foreign workers approved by the Department of Labour and Department of Immigration. The non-tourist guidance requires labour approval, work permit forms, employer/employee undertakings, and a medical fitness certificate.

• Employer-sponsored only