MexicoBhutan: Visa required

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Do Mexico passport holders need a visa for Bhutan?

Visa required

Yes. Mexico passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Bhutan.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: bhutan.travel (checked July 18, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance14,704 km, straight line (~17h 48m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Bhutan1 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Bhutan passport holders visiting Mexico: Visa required.

Bhutan drives on the left, the opposite side to Mexico. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

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Frequently asked questions

Do Mexico passport holders need a visa for Bhutan?

Yes. Mexico passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Bhutan.

How far is Bhutan from Mexico?

About 14,704 km in a straight line, roughly ~17h 48m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Bhutan?

Bhutanese ngultrum (BTN).

What is the emergency number in Bhutan?

110 / 112 / 113.

Does Bhutan drive on the same side of the road as Mexico?

Bhutan drives on the left, the opposite side to Mexico. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

What time zone is Bhutan in?

Thimphu (UTC+6).

What is the nearest airport to Thimphu?

Paro International Airport (PBH), about 27 km away.

How many countries can enter Bhutan without a visa?

1 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Bhutan visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Mexico passport holders visit without a visa instead of Bhutan?

Nepal, Laos, Kyrgyzstan, Cambodia, Uzbekistan, Macau.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Mexico

Mexico, officially the United Mexican States, is a country in North America. It is the northernmost country in Latin America, bordering the United States of America to the north and Guatemala and Belize to the southeast, while having maritime boundaries with the Pacific Ocean to the west, the Caribbean Sea to the southeast, and the Gulf of Mexico to the east. Mexico covers 1,972,550 km2, and is the thirteenth-largest country in the world by land area. With a population around 131 million as of 2025, Mexico is the tenth-most populous country in the world and is home to the largest number of native Spanish speakers. Mexico City is the capital and largest city in Mexico, which ranks among the most populous metropolitan areas in the world.

CapitalMexico City

RegionNorth America

Population131.9M

Area1,964,375 km²

CurrencyMexican peso (1 USD ≈ 18.38 MXN)

LanguagesSpanish

Calling code+52

Drives on theright

TimezoneMexico City (UTC-6)

Nearest airportMexico City Benito Juárez International Airport (MEX), 6 km

Emergency number911

UNESCO sites44

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$13,889 (2025)

Tourist arrivals51.1M (2020)

Climate in Mexico City

Warmest April, coolest January, driest December, sunniest May. Best time to visit: March, April.

Monthly climate normals for Mexico City, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	22.2°C	7.3°C	8mm	320h
February	25.6°C	8.8°C	6mm	319h
March	28°C	11.5°C	8mm	355h
April	28.1°C	13.7°C	27mm	349h
May	27°C	12.7°C	36mm	387h
June	26.1°C	13.7°C	88mm	344h
July	24°C	13.4°C	146mm	349h
August	22.7°C	13.1°C	287mm	321h
September	21.8°C	13°C	251mm	288h
October	24.8°C	10.2°C	23mm	342h
November	24.1°C	9.5°C	6mm	313h
December	22.6°C	7.9°C	2mm	333h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Mexico is known for its cuisine, art, archaeology, history, pyramids, music, museums, haciendas, 9,600 km of shoreline, superb architecture, weather from snow-capped mountains in the Sierras to rainy jungles in the southeast and desert in the northwest, many golf courses and excellent fishing. Along with Chile, Colombia, and Peru, this once-poor nation is one of the Pacific Pumas, seeing significant economic growth and improved infrastructure during the 21st century.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Agave Landscape and Ancient Industrial Facilities of Tequila
Aqueduct of Padre Tembleque
Calakmul
Calakmul Biosphere Reserve
Casa de la Corregidora
Casas Grandes
Chichen Itza
Church of Santo Domingo, Puebla
Ciudad Universitaria
El Camino Real de Tierra Adentro

Upcoming public holidays

November 16, 2026Día de la Revolución

December 25, 2026Navidad

January 1, 2027Año Nuevo

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About Bhutan

Bhutan, officially the Kingdom of Bhutan, is a landlocked country in South Asia, located in the Eastern Himalayas, bordering China's Tibet Autonomous Region to the north and northwest and India to the south and southeast. With a population of over 800,000 (800,871) and a territory of 38,394 square kilometres (14,824 sq mi), Bhutan ranks 133rd in land area and 160th in population. It is a democratic constitutional monarchy with a king as the head of state and a prime minister as the head of government. The Je Khenpo is the head of the state religion, Vajrayana Buddhism.

CapitalThimphu

RegionSouthern Asia

Population796.7K

Area38,394 km²

CurrencyBhutanese ngultrum, Indian rupee (1 USD ≈ 95.18 BTN)

LanguagesDzongkha

Calling code+975

Drives on theleft

TimezoneThimphu (UTC+6)

Nearest airportParo International Airport (PBH), 27 km

Emergency number110 / 112 / 113

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$4,493 (2025)

Tourist arrivals29.8K (2020)

Climate in Thimphu

Warmest August, coolest January, driest December, sunniest October.

Monthly climate normals for Thimphu, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	4.1°C	-5.7°C	25mm	295h
February	4.9°C	-6°C	35mm	270h
March	8°C	-2.2°C	57mm	319h
April	9.7°C	1.5°C	128mm	287h
May	13°C	5.4°C	211mm	290h
June	16.1°C	9.4°C	323mm	236h
July	16.4°C	11.2°C	497mm	186h
August	17.8°C	10.4°C	307mm	270h
September	15.9°C	9.8°C	304mm	226h
October	14.7°C	6.2°C	49mm	321h
November	9.9°C	-0.8°C	11mm	294h
December	7.4°C	-2.4°C	9mm	282h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

The Kingdom of Bhutan is a small country in the Himalayas between Tibet and India. Besides the stunning natural scenery, the enduring image of the country for most visitors is the strong sense of culture and tradition that binds the kingdom and clearly distinguishes it from its larger neighbours. Bhutan is a bastion of Vajrayana Buddhism, and the profound teachings of this tradition remain well preserved and exert a strong influence in all aspects of life.

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