Timor-LesteBhutan: Visa required

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Do Timor-Leste passport holders need a visa for Bhutan?

Visa required

Yes. Timor-Leste 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 of2026-10-21

Distance5,578 km, straight line (~7h 4m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Bhutan1 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Bhutan passport holders visiting Timor-Leste: Visa on arrival.

Visa-free alternatives near Bhutan

Timor-Leste passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Timor-Leste passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Timor-Leste passport holders need a visa for Bhutan?

Yes. Timor-Leste passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Bhutan.

How far is Bhutan from Timor-Leste?

About 5,578 km in a straight line, roughly ~7h 4m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Bhutan?

Bhutanese ngultrum (BTN).

What is the emergency number in Bhutan?

110 / 112 / 113.

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 Timor-Leste passport holders visit without a visa instead of Bhutan?

Nepal, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Hong Kong.

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 Timor-Leste

Timor-Leste, also known as East Timor, officially the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste, is a country in Southeast Asia. It comprises the eastern half of the island of Timor, the coastal exclave of Oecusse in the island's northwest, and the islands of Atauro and Jaco, for a total land area of 15,007 square kilometres (5,794 sq mi). Timor-Leste shares a land border with Indonesia to the west; Australia is the country's southern neighbour, across the Timor Sea. Dili, on the north coast of Timor, is its capital and largest city.

CapitalDili

RegionSouth-Eastern Asia

Population1.4M

Area14,874 km²

CurrencyUnited States dollar (1 USD ≈ 1.00 USD)

LanguagesPortuguese, Tetum

Calling code+670

Drives on theleft

TimezoneMakassar (UTC+8)

Nearest airportPresidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport (DIL), 5 km

Emergency number112

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$1,341 (2025)

Tourist arrivals74.8K (2019)

Travel guide

The Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste, commonly known as Timor-Leste or East Timor, is one of the world's newest countries: after a long struggle, it gained independence from Indonesia in 2002 and is now an off-the-beaten-path destination for diving and adventure. A former Portuguese colony, it is one of only two countries in Asia with a Roman Catholic majority, the other one being the Philippines.

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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 ≈ 94.99 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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