🇧🇹 Bhutan · Student

Student Visa (academic course in Government-recognised Bhutanese institution) — requirements, costs & how to apply

Official source Updated 2026-06-24 · Government page ↗

Who is eligible

Minimum monthly income€4,359
Minimum annual salary€52,307
Proof of savings€8,718
Minimum investment€1,744
Work experience2+ years
Age range18–35

Costs

Application / consular fee€262

Duration & renewal

Initial stay: 60 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.

Who can apply

Open to all nationalities.

How to apply

  1. Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
  2. Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.doi.gov.bt.
  3. Typical processing: ~45 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.

Minimum monthly income
https://www.doi.gov.bt · verified 2026-06-24
Minimum annual salary
https://www.doi.gov.bt · verified 2026-06-24
Proof of savings
https://www.doi.gov.bt · verified 2026-06-24
Minimum investment
https://www.doi.gov.bt · verified 2026-06-24
Work experience
https://www.doi.gov.bt · verified 2026-06-24
Age range
https://www.doi.gov.bt · verified 2026-06-24
Application fee
https://www.doi.gov.bt · verified 2026-06-24
No direct PR path

“Visto de estudante = residência temporária pela duração dos estudos; PR via rota pós-estudo separada. not_applicable. Programa: The Department of Immigration is pleased to announce that with effect from 07 May 2026, a Bhutanese bank ac...”

https://www.doi.gov.bt · verified 2026-06-22
Open to all nationalities
https://www.doi.gov.bt · verified 2026-06-24

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