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Normal Precautions
CapitalThimphu
CurrencyBTN · Bhutanese ngultrum
TimezoneUTC+06:00
Normal PrecautionsUpdated 2025-10-20
Risk Level1 / 4
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Reissued after periodic review without changes. Exercise normal precautions in Bhutan. Read the country information page for additional information on travel to Bhutan. If you decide to travel to Bhutan: Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program ( STEP ) to receive Alerts from the U.S. Embassy and make it easier to locate you in an emergency. Review the Country Security Report for Bhutan. Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel and return to the United States. Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations. Review the International Traveler Checklist . We highly recommend that you buy insurance before you travel. Check with your travel insurance provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance, and trip cancellation coverage.

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