India Clarifies Entry Rules for Nepal and Bhutan Travellers

04 September 2025 ยท Europe Permit

  • ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ India confirms that Nepalese and Bhutanese citizens can enter India without a visa or passport when arriving directly from Nepal or Bhutan.
  • ๐Ÿชช You carry an approved government-issued ID to crossโ€”no pre-visa paperwork required.
  • ๐Ÿ“„ You can present a Nepalese/Bhutanese passport, citizenship certificate, or voter ID card as valid documentation.
  • ๐Ÿ›๏ธ You may also use a limited-validity photo ID issued by the Nepalese or Royal Bhutanese Missions in India (if warranted).
  • ๐Ÿ‘ง For ages 10โ€“18, you can use a school photo ID signed by the principal when traveling with parents who carry valid IDs.
  • ๐Ÿฃ Children under 10 years old do not need any identity documents when entering with their parents.
  • โœˆ๏ธ If you travel to India from a third country (not directly from Nepal/Bhutan), you must carry a valid passport.
  • ๐Ÿงญ India maintains open-border facilitation with its neighbors while clarifying what IDs you need at checkpoints.
  • ๐Ÿ•Š๏ธ Registered Tibetan refugees must hold valid registration and follow designated entry/permit rules as specified.
  • โœ… You prepare your accepted ID in advance to ensure quick, hassle-free entry at land borders and airports.

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