Bhutan SDF Calculator
The Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) is USD 100 per adult per night until 31st December 2029. Children aged 6 to 11 pay half, and children under 6 are free. Use the calculator below to see your total by nationality, nights and travellers.
Calculate your Bhutan SDF
Two quick steps. Your total updates as you go.
How many nights in Bhutan
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Who is travelling
Your total
| Travellers | SDF per night | SDF total | Visa |
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Bhutan SDF rates by nationality
| Nationality | Adult per night | Child 6 to 11 | Under 6 | Visa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All other nationalities and Maldivian | USD 100 | USD 50 | Free | USD 40 |
| Bangladeshi | USD 15 | USD 7.50 | Free | USD 40 |
| Indian | INR 1,200 | INR 600 | Free | No visa fee, entry permit |
Children aged 12 and over pay the adult rate. The reduced SDF applies until 31st Decemeber 2029.
Frequently asked questions
How is my total calculated?
The calculator adds the SDF for each traveller, which is the nightly rate multiplied by the number of nights, plus the visa fee for each traveller. Indian travellers pay the SDF in INR and have no visa fee.
Is the visa fee included in the total?
Yes. The USD 40 visa fee is added for every traveller, children included, for all nationalities except Indian travellers, who pay no visa fee but need an entry permit.
At what age do children pay the adult SDF?
Travellers aged 12 and over pay the adult rate. Children aged 6 to 11 pay half, and children under 6 are free.
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