You need a visa for Bhutan if you have a Sahrawi passport

These visas exist for Bhutan, but they cannot be applied for online with Sahrawi nationality. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a price.

Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Do Sahrawi citizens need a visa for Bhutan?

Yes. Sahrawi citizens need a visa for Bhutan. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

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What Bhutan may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
Passport photo 35x45mm, white background
Confirmed tour itinerary from licensed operator
Return flight booking or onward travel plans
Sustainable Development Fee payment confirmation
Travel insurance covering medical evacuation

Entry requirements for Sahrawi travellers

These rules apply specifically to Sahrawi passport holders entering Bhutan as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

Recommended
Recommended vaccinations for Bhutan
Travelers should consider: -Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B vaccines; -Typhoid vaccine for visits to smaller cities or rural areas; -Routine vaccines including Measles; -Japanese Encephalitis vaccine for extended stays or rural activities (not recommended for short-term travel to urban areas or travel to areas with no clear Japanese Encephalitis season). Additional vaccine recommendations may apply. Consult your healthcare provider and check the source for details.
CDC - Bhutan Last checked 2026-07-30

A look at Bhutan

Paro Dzong — One of Bhutan's finest examples of traditional dzong architecture
Punakha Dzong — The Palace of Great Happiness and winter seat of Bhutan's religious leader
Thimphu — Bhutan's capital city blending tradition with modernity
Tiger's Nest (Taktsang) — Bhutan's most sacred and iconic pilgrimage site