Bhutan visa for Japanese passport holders
A Japanese passport holder applies for an eVisa online before travelling to Bhutan for up to 90 days.
Best-effort passport visa-free data — verify against the official source.
Staying longer: every Bhutan visa route
The tourist entry above is for visits. To live and work remotely in Bhutan, these are the routes the catalogue tracks — income thresholds, fees and processing times are below; the full requirements are on the country page, linked to the official source.
Verified November 11, 2026 (Eastern Time) against official sources.
| Route | Type | Stay | Income needed | Fee | Processing | Work | Residency path |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Student Visa | student | Length of the course, renewable | — | — | — | — | — |
| Tourist Visa (via licensed operator) | tourist | Length of your booked trip | — | 40 USD | — | — | — |
Bhutan visa questions for Japanese passport holders
Do Japanese passport citizens need a visa for Bhutan?
A Japanese passport holder applies for an eVisa online before travelling to Bhutan for up to 90 days.
How much does the Tourist Visa (via licensed operator) cost for Japanese passport holders?
The Tourist Visa (via licensed operator) in Bhutan is listed at 40 USD. Our catalogue records one published fee per route rather than a fee per passport, so check the official source for any nationality-specific charge.
Can I work remotely in Bhutan on the Tourist Visa (via licensed operator)?
No, work is not allowed on the Tourist Visa (via licensed operator) in Bhutan. It cannot be renewed.
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Visa rules change often — verify against the official government source linked on the Bhutan page before you travel or apply.