Nomad Rank
Total Score
Country
Bhutan
Capital City
Thimphu
Language
Dzongkha
Currency
Bhutanese ngultrum
Region
Asia
Landlocked
Yes
Bhutan Passport
Nomad Capitalist Passport Index Ranking
The Bhutan Passport is currently ranked Number 161T in the Nomad Capitalist Passport Index with a total score of 46. This ranking, relative to other passports, has been calculated by considering the government of Bhutan’s approach not just to travel, but to international taxation laws, global perception, dual citizenship and personal freedom.
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Travel Destinations from Bhutan 50% in total score
For the Bhutan Travel Score calculation, we relied on government travel data from 199 passport-issuing countries and territories, combined with real-time intelligence and proprietary research. This factor includes a Mobility Score (MS) measuring ease of travel, which focuses on visa-free (VF) travel, visa on arrival (VOA), eTA and eVisa (if issued within three days). Based on that data, we assigned Bhutan a Travel Score of 66 which means that Bhutan passport holders can enter a total of 66 destinations — either without a visa, through a visa on arrival or via an eTA.
Taxation in Bhutan 20% in total score
For the Bhutan Taxation Score calculation, we relied on data from our network of tax vendors, news sources and tax authorities. Based on that data, we assigned Bhutan a Taxation Score of 30, meaning that Bhutan allows citizens to relocate to avoid tax.
Perception 10% in total score
For the Bhutan Perception Score calculation, we relied on the World Happiness Report, the Human Development Index and subjective factors from our networks’ experience to determine how each country’s citizens are perceived and recognised. Based on that data, we assigned Bhutan a Perception Score of 30, meaning that Bhutan citizens experience intermediate hostility.
Dual Citizenship 10% in total score
For the Bhutan Dual Citizenship Score calculation, we relied on embassy data and our experience to assess the ability to hold dual citizenship. Based on that data, we assigned Bhutan a Dual Citizenship Score of 10, meaning that Bhutan citizens are strictly forbidden to hold other citizenships.
Freedom 10% in total score
For the Bhutan Freedom Score calculation, we relied on data and news reports on mandatory military service, government surveillance, press freedom and other factors to determine the personal freedom of citizens and expats. Based on that data, we assigned Bhutan a Freedom Score of 30, meaning that Bhutan citizens have intermediate freedom.
