Bhutan duty free

The following goods may be imported into Bhutan by tourists without incurring duty:
• Up to 1L of alcoholic beverages.
• Personal effects.

The sale of tobacco is banned in Bhutan. However, tourists can import up to 200 cigarettes or three tins of 50 grams each of pipe tobacco for personal consumption, subject to a 100% customs duty.

The following goods may be imported by Bhutanese residents without incurring duty:
• 2 bottles of alcoholic beverages, up to 2L each.
• Up to 50g of gold.
• Up to 1kg of silver.
• 1 bottle, up to 60ml of perfume.
• 10 items of each type of clothing.
• The total value of the above items must not exceed US$1,000 or its equivalent in Ngultrum.

Prohibited Imports

Narcotics, pornography, and other goods prohibited by law or international conventions.

This list is not exhaustive. Travellers should consult the official customs website or contact the embassy or consulate near you for the most up-to-date information.

Prohibited Exports

Endangered species (and their products), antiques (Dzi beads and other antiques specified by the Royal Government), narcotics, and other goods prohibited by law.

This list is not exhaustive. Travellers should consult the official customs website or contact the embassy or consulate near you for the most up-to-date information.