Bhutan customs regulation
Import and Export laws of Bhutan
Bhutan is a small country with around 776K Bhutanese. Official language is Dzongkha. Bhutan uses metric system (kilograms, centimeters, °C). Time zone is UTC+06:00. Currency used in Bhutan is Ngultrum (BTN).
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👨👩👦👦 776K ☀️ ~12 °C 🌧 ~154 mm 👍 Least Developed 🚩 38k km2 (15k mi²)
Import Regulation
Prohibited ⛔
Narcotics and drugs.
Wildlife products, particularly those of endangered species.
Antiques.
Restricted ⚠️
Pets are subject to import restrictions, and require prior approval from the Bhutan Agriculture and Food Regulatory Authority of the Ministry of Agriculture (BAFRA).
Plants and their derivative products require a permit from the Ministry of Agriculture.
Products of animal origin, including meat, require a permit from the Ministry of Agriculture.
Wireless and remote sensing telecommunication and broadcasting equipment requires permission from the Ministry of Communications.
Chemicals, fertilizers or agricultural equipment require a permit from the Ministry of Agriculture.
Arms and ammunition require a permit from the Royal Bhutan Police.
Explosives and explosive devices require a permit from the Ministry of Home and Cultural Affairs.
Medication containing narcotic and psychotropic substances requires a permit from the Drug Regulatory Authority.
Religious artefacts require a permit from the Ministry of Home and Cultural Affairs.
Other rules ℹ️
Personal goods for day to day use, including personal electronics.
Medication for personal use.
Export Regulation
Prohibited ⛔
See prohibited import list.
Restricted ⚠️
See restricted import list.
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