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ENTRY/EXIT REQUIREMENTS: Independent travel is not permitted. Further information cam be obtained through the Department of Tourism, P.O. Box 126 , Thimphu , Bhutan, telephone (975) 2-32351, 2-32352; fax (975) 2-323695 or at www.tourism.gov.bt. Entry is available only via India , Bangladesh , Nepal , and Thailand . The border with China is closed.

Visitors to Bhutan are required to book travel through a registered tour operator in Bhutan . This can be done directly or through a travel agent abroad. The minimum daily tariff is set by the Department of Tourism, Bhutan and cannot be negotiated. The rate includes all accommodations, all meals, transportation, services of licensed guides and porters, and cultural programs where and when available. The rate is the same for both cultural tours and treks. The only carrier servicing Bhutan is Druk Air, the Bhutanese government airline. Corporate headquarters address: Druk Air Corporation Ltd., P.O. Box 209 , Thimphu , Bhutan . Further information is also available at www.drukair.com.bt. Druk Air will board only travelers with visa clearance from the Tourism Authority of Bhutan.

A passport and visa are required for entry into and exit from Bhutan . Most visitors, including those on official U.S. government business, should obtain visas prior to entering the country.

In an effort to prevent international child abduction, many governments have initiated procedures at entry/exit points. These often include requiring documentary evidence of relationship and permission for the child's travel from the absent parent(s) or legal guardian.

For additional entry/exit information, please contact the Bhutan Mission to the United Nations (Consul General), 763 First Avenue , New York , NY 10017 , telephone (212)682-2268, fax (212)661-0551.

Safety and security : For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department's Internet web site at http://travel.state.gov where the current Worldwide Caution Public Announcement, Travel Warnings and Public Announcements can be found.

The Overseas Citizens Services call center at 1-888-407-4747 can answer general inquiries on safety and security overseas. This number is available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays). Callers who are unable to use toll-free numbers, such as those calling from overseas, may obtain information and assistance during these hours by calling 1-317-472-2328.