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Embassy of India in Thimphu, Bhutan

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Embassy of India in Thimphu, Bhutan, located at India House Estate, Jungshina. View a location map, get driving directions to the Embassy of India, or find information about the address, previous ambassadors, consular services, visa list, upcoming holidays, office hours, and head of mission (HOM).

  • Embassy Address

    India House Estate, Jungshina
    Thimphu
    Bhutan

  • Telephone

    +975 2 322 162, +975 2 327 048

  • Fax

    +975 2 323 195

  • Email

  • Office Hours

    Saturday Closed
    (🔒 Closed)
    Sunday Closed
    Monday 9:00 AM–5:30 PM
    Tuesday 9:00 AM–5:30 PM
    Wednesday 9:00 AM–5:30 PM
    Thursday 9:00 AM–5:30 PM
    Friday 9:00 AM–5:30 PM

    🕒 Current time in Thimphu: 4:24 PM, Saturday June 14, 2025

Location Map

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Location map of the Embassy of India in Thimphu, Bhutan

Upcoming Holidays

Please note that the Embassy may be closed on the following holidays. We recommend contacting the Embassy directly to confirm their operating hours or availability on these dates.

  • Birth Anniversary Of Guru Rinpoche: July 05 Flag of Bhutan
  • Muharram/Ashura: July 06 Flag of India
  • First Sermon of Buddha: July 28 Flag of Bhutan
  • Independence Day: August 15 Flag of India

Available Services

The following is a brief list of services offered at the Embassy of India in Thimphu, Bhutan:

  • Process passport applications
  • Process visa applications
  • Notarize certain documents
  • Legalization of documents
  • Issuing emergency travel documents
  • Registration of marriage, birth, and death
  • Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)

Visa Requirements

If you hold a Bhutanese passport, you are required to apply for a paper visa to enter India.

Note: Visa requirements are determined by your nationality and the reason for your visit. Exceptions may arise based on the length of stay, specific conditions, or travel purpose.

Common Visa Types

Citizens of qualified countries may be able to travel to India without a visa. The most common types of India visas are the following.

  • Tourist Visa
  • Business Visa
  • Employment Visa
  • Student Visa
  • Research Visa
  • Medical Visa
  • Journalist Visa
  • Conference Visa
  • Transit Visa
  • Entry Visa

Head of Mission

Shri Sudhakar Dalela, Ambassador

Related: List of ambassadors of India to Bhutan

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Indian Passports

The government of India issues several types of passports, including:

Regular Passport (Dark Blue cover): This is the standard passport issued to Indian citizens for general travel purposes. It is a "Type P" passport, P stands for Personal.

Diplomatic Passport (Maroon cover): Diplomatic passports are issued to diplomats, Members of Parliament, members of the Union Council of Ministers, and individuals representing the Indian government on diplomatic missions abroad. It is a "Type D" passport, D standing for Diplomatic.

Official Passport (White cover): Official passports are issued to government officials, members of the Indian Armed Forces, members of the Indian diplomatic corps, and individuals representing the Indian government on official business or diplomatic missions. It is a "Type S" passport, S stands for Service.

Consular Assistance

Indian embassies and consulates offer vital consular services to Indian citizens abroad, including issuing, renewing, and replacing passports. They also provide crucial assistance in emergencies, such as accidents, illnesses, or legal matters. These diplomatic missions are essential support systems for Indian nationals traveling or living overseas, ensuring their safety and well-being while away from home. Their services are pivotal in addressing the needs and concerns of Indian citizens during their international travels or stays.

Emergency Travel Document (EC)

The Emergency Travel Document or Emergency Certificate (EC) is a one-way travel document issued to Indian citizens who have no valid travel documents and need to return to India on an emergency basis. EC is issued to those citizens of India to whom a new passport cannot be issued in an emergency in a short period of time. It allows the holder to travel back to India.

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Additional Missions in Bhutan

Besides Embassy of India in Thimphu, Bhutan, India also has 1 representation in the following city of Bhutan:


View All Diplomatic Missions of India in Bhutan

Diplomatic Missions in Neighboring Countries

Explore the diplomatic missions of India in neighboring countries or regions of Bhutan.

Bhutan in India

Bhutan has 3 representations in the following cities:

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This page was last edited on 25 March 2024 at 08:25 AM (EST).

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