Japanese visa for Bhutanese citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Bhutanese passport holders visiting Japan 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 Japan for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Japan e-visa for Bhutanese citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Japan visa on arrival for Bhutanese citizens | Not Available | |
Japan tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Bhutanese passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Japan.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Japan.
If you are looking for Japan 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 Japan nearest your place of residence.
- Dhaka: The Embassy of in Dhaka, ~ 413.02 kilometers (256.64 mi) away from Thimphu, Bhutan. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 1 hours 13 minutes).
- Kathmandu: The Embassy of in Kathmandu, ~ 503.58 kilometers (312.91 mi) away from Thimphu, Bhutan. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 58 minutes).
Japan visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Japan diplomatic mission offices to Bhutan for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Bhutan traveling to Japan from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Bhutan) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 835 | N/A |
| 2009 | 679 | -18.68% |
| 2010 | 861 | 26.80% |
| 2011 | 622 | -27.76% |
| 2012 | 836 | 34.41% |
| 2013 | 1,036 | 23.92% |
| 2014 | 1,341 | 29.44% |
| 2015 | 1,974 | 47.20% |
| 2016 | 2,404 | 21.78% |
| 2017 | 2,869 | 19.34% |
| 2018 | 3,119 | 8.71% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Japan & Bhutan comparison
Japan's area is approximately 364,555 km2 (140,755 sq mi), while the area of Bhutan is approximately 38,117 km2 (14,717 sq mi). This means Bhutan is 9.56 times smaller than Japan.
As of April 2024, Japan's population is ~125.0 million people - 124,152,567 more people than the population of Bhutan.
We have highlighted Japan & Bhutan’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Japan | Bhutan | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2024) | 124,958,743 | 806,176 | 124.2 million more people live in Japan than Bhutan |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 247 | 9 | Japan has 238 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Bhutan. |
| Travel freedom (2024) | 142 | 15 | Japan passport holders can visit 127 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 421 | 8 | Japanese hosts 413 more foreign missions than Bhutan. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Bhutan travel to Japan in one year?
The number of visitors from Bhutan visiting Japan in 2018 was approximately 3,119.
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- Tokyo to Thimphu: 4860.26 km (3020.03 mi)
- Travel time: 10 hours 7 minutes
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