United States Visa Requirements

Select your passport above to see entry requirements for United States.

🇧🇹 For a Bhutan passport

With a Bhutan passport, United States requires a visa arranged in advance through an embassy or consulate — this is not something you can sort out on arrival or online, so plan ahead.

You're allowed to stay for Up to 6 months (B1/B2, at CBP discretion). Processing typically takes Varies; in-person visa interview required.

The official fee is US$185 (B1/B2 MRV fee) plus refundable visa bond of $5,000-$15,000.

One more thing worth knowing: Bhutan is not in the Visa Waiver Program and, since January 1, 2026, is on the US visa bond list, so B1/B2 applicants may be required to post a refundable bond set by the consular officer..

This falls under our North America guides.

Frequently asked questions

How long before my trip should I start the United States visa process?

Start as early as possible — embassy and consulate visa processing for United States is not something that can be rushed reliably, and required documents (invitation letters, proof of accommodation, financial statements) can take time to gather. Leaving this until close to your travel date is the single most common cause of missed trips.

Can I get a United States visa faster if my trip is an emergency?

Some embassies offer expedited or urgent processing for a higher fee, but this isn't universal and isn't guaranteed even when offered. Contact United States's embassy or consulate directly and ask specifically about emergency processing — don't assume it exists or rely on a third-party site's claim that it does.

Is the information on this page guaranteed to be accurate?

We check what we publish against official sources where we can, and clearly flag anything still pending verification. Even so, visa rules change — sometimes with very little notice — so please treat this page as a strong starting point, not a final word, and confirm directly with the official source linked above before you book or fly.

Before you travel — checklist

Check your passport has enough remaining validity for your trip to United States — many countries require at least 6 months beyond your travel dates, even for visa-free entry.
Start your visa application process well before your travel date — don't leave this until the last few days.
Budget for the entry fee (US$185 (B1/B2 MRV fee) plus refundable visa bond of $5,000-$15,000) and check whether it needs to be paid in a specific currency or method.
Note this specific requirement for United States: Bhutan is not in the Visa Waiver Program and, since January 1, 2026, is on the US visa bond list, so B1/B2 applicants may be required to post a refundable bond set by the consular officer..
Check whether United States requires proof of onward or return travel — some border officers ask for this even when it isn't formally listed as a requirement.
Consider travel insurance that covers your trip to United States, particularly if any medical or emergency evacuation coverage is required or advisable for the region.