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Bhutan

Comprehensive data

Asia — Expat guide for moving and living abroad

Overview

Capital

Thimphu

Currency

BTN

Continent

Asia

Entry requirements

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Popular passport access to Bhutan

Passport Status Max Stay
India Visa Free
United States Visa Required 30 days
United Kingdom Visa Required 30 days
Germany Visa Required 30 days
France Visa Required 30 days
Spain Visa Required 30 days
Australia Visa Required 30 days
Canada Visa Required 30 days
Brazil Visa Required 30 days
China Visa Required 30 days

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Monthly costs

Thimphu

Rent (center)

400 USD/mo

Groceries

200 USD/mo

Transport

30 USD/mo

Est. Monthly Total

670 USD/mo

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Work Permits

  • Work Permit

    Duration: 1 year, renewable

    Employer-sponsored, skills not locally available

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Salary & Tax

Income Tax Range

0% – 25%

Social Security (Employee)

0.05%

No VAT — uses Sales Tax. Foreign employment highly restricted.

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Useful Services

Wise

Manage money in BTN with low fees and the real exchange rate.

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World Nomads

Travel and health insurance for your move to Bhutan.

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