Bhutan’s tourism policy has always been guided by a simple idea: high value, low volume. The Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) is the way that idea is put into practice.
What is the SDF?
The SDF is a daily fee paid by visitors to the Royal Government of Bhutan. It currently stands at USD 100 per adult per night, with children aged 6–12 paying half and children under 6 exempt.
Where does the money go?
The fee funds free healthcare and education for Bhutanese citizens, conservation of forests and wildlife, sustainable infrastructure and programmes that keep Bhutan carbon-negative.
Is the visa included?
No — the SDF is separate from the one-time USD 40 visa fee. We handle both for you and show them transparently in your quote.
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