🇧🇹 Bhutan · Artist Entertainer
International Professional Football Player Visa (sport-specific channel) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €4,359 |
| Minimum annual salary | €52,307 |
| Proof of savings | €17,436 |
| Minimum investment | €8,718 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Work experience | 3+ years |
| Age range | 18–40 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €2,179 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 24 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.doi.gov.bt/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Guidelines-for-football-player.pdf.
- Typical processing: ~30 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €4,359.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Visto de artista/atleta/entertainer = autorização temporária ligada a contrato/engajamento/evento; fonte não confere PR (rota separada). not_applicable. Programa: Visa/Entry Permit Guidelines for International Professional Football Player, 2019 ... A non-Bhutanese professional football player who has r”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-22.