Bhutanese visa for Vietnamese citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Vietnamese passport holders visiting Bhutan for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Vietnamese citizens to enter Bhutan for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Bhutan e-visa for Vietnamese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Bhutan visa on arrival for Vietnamese citizens | Not Available | |
Bhutan tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Vietnamese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Bhutan.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Bhutan.
If you are looking for Bhutan visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Vietnam, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Bhutan nearest your place of residence.
- Bangkok: The Embassy of in Bangkok, ~ 830.68 kilometers (516.16 mi) away from Hanoi, Vietnam. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 27 minutes).
- Singapore City: The Consulate General of in Singapore City, ~ 1504.03 kilometers (934.56 mi) away from Hanoi, Vietnam. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 57 minutes).
Bhutan visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Bhutan diplomatic mission offices to Vietnam for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Vietnam traveling to Bhutan from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Vietnam) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 252 | N/A |
| 2009 | 207 | -17.86% |
| 2010 | 369 | 78.26% |
| 2011 | 594 | 60.98% |
| 2012 | 945 | 59.09% |
| 2013 | 1,044 | 10.48% |
| 2014 | 1,197 | 14.66% |
| 2015 | 1,395 | 16.54% |
| 2016 | 1,890 | 35.48% |
| 2017 | 2,295 | 21.43% |
| 2018 | 2,466 | 7.45% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Bhutan & Vietnam comparison
Bhutan's area is approximately 38,117 km2 (14,717 sq mi), while the area of Vietnam is approximately 310,070 km2 (119,718 sq mi). This means Vietnam is 8.13 times bigger than Bhutan.
As of October 2025, Bhutan's population is ~814818 people - 100,952,666 fewer people than the population of Vietnam.
We have highlighted Bhutan & Vietnam’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Bhutan | Vietnam | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 814,818 | 101,767,484 | 101.0 million fewer people live in Bhutan than Vietnam |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 9 | 96 | Bhutan has 87 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Vietnam. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 15 | 21 | Bhutan passport holders visit 6 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 8 | 107 | Bhutanese hosts 99 fewer foreign missions than Vietnam. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Vietnam travel to Bhutan in one year?
The number of visitors from Vietnam visiting Bhutan in 2018 was approximately 2,466.
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