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All foreigners must obtain a visa before visiting Bhutan. Foreign tourists must use a licensed Bhutanese tour operator or one of their international partners to pre-arrange their visa and book their holiday.[74][75] A daily fee is charged for every day of stay.[76] Upon entering Bhutan, all foreigners are issued a 7 or 14 days "Entry Permit" by default, valid for Thimphu and Paro only. The rest of Bhutan is considered a restricted area, and foreigners need a "Restricted-Area Permit" to enter.[77] Foreigners wishing to visit Buddhist temples must obtain a "Temple Permit" from the Ministry of Culture.[77] |
Kingdom of Bhutan : A Himalayan kingdom known for its philosophy of "Gross National Happiness" over GDP. |