UAE visa for Bhutanese citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Bhutanese passport holders visiting United Arab Emirates for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Bhutanese citizens to enter United Arab Emirates for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | United Arab Emirates e-visa for Bhutanese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | United Arab Emirates visa on arrival for Bhutanese citizens | Not Available | |
United Arab Emirates tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Bhutanese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in United Arab Emirates.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from United Arab Emirates.
If you are looking for United Arab Emirates visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Bhutan, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of United Arab Emirates nearest your place of residence.
- Dhaka: The Embassy of in Dhaka, ~ 413.22 kilometers (256.76 mi) away from Thimphu, Bhutan. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 59 minutes).
- Kathmandu: The Embassy of in Kathmandu, ~ 504.30 kilometers (313.36 mi) away from Thimphu, Bhutan. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 44 minutes).
United Arab Emirates visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest United Arab Emirates diplomatic mission offices to Bhutan for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Bhutan traveling to United Arab Emirates from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Bhutan) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 1,623 | N/A |
| 2015 | 1,747 | 7.64% |
| 2016 | 1,897 | 8.59% |
| 2017 | 2,039 | 7.49% |
| 2018 | 2,129 | 4.41% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
United Arab Emirates & Bhutan comparison
United Arab Emirates's area is approximately 83,600 km2 (32,278 sq mi), while the area of Bhutan is approximately 38,117 km2 (14,717 sq mi). This means Bhutan is 2.19 times smaller than United Arab Emirates.
As of April 2024, United Arab Emirates's population is ~10.4 million people - 9,570,833 more people than the population of Bhutan.
We have highlighted United Arab Emirates & Bhutan’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| United Arab Emirates | Bhutan | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 10,377,009 | 806,176 | 9.6 million more people live in United Arab Emirates than Bhutan |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 101 | 9 | United Arab Emirates has 92 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Bhutan. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 128 | 15 | United Arab Emirates passport holders can visit 113 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 127 | 8 | UAE hosts 119 more foreign missions than Bhutan. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Bhutan travel to United Arab Emirates in one year?
The number of visitors from Bhutan visiting United Arab Emirates in 2018 was approximately 2,129.
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- Abu Dhabi to Thimphu: 3681.37 km (2287.50 mi)
- Travel time: 7 hours 40 minutes
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