Moving to Bhutan from Taiwan

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What to Expect

Considering a move from Taiwan to Bhutan? Here's how the two countries compare on cost, climate, safety, and more.

If you moved from Taiwan to Bhutan, and you’d need to navigate life in Dzongkha. You’ll also switch from driving on the right to the left.

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Key Indicator Comparison

The numbers behind daily life in Bhutan compared to Taiwan.

What are the job prospects?

Unemployment rate The World Factbook, 2023

percentage of the labour force without work

TW
3.7%
BT
5.7%
GDP per capita The World Factbook, 2022

a broad measure of economic output per person

TW
$47,800
BT
$14,000

Taiwan performs better than Bhutan across all employment & economy metrics.

Is it good for families?

Life expectancy The World Factbook, 2022

average years of life at birth

TW
81.2 yrs
BT
72.3 yrs
Infant mortality The World Factbook, 2022

deaths per 1,000 live births — lower is better

TW
4.0
BT
27.0

Taiwan performs better than Bhutan across all family life metrics.

Data: The World Factbook

Visitor Visa Requirements

Short-stay tourist visa rules between Taiwan and Bhutan. To live, work, or study long-term in Bhutan, you'll need a separate residence or work visa — check Bhutan's immigration authority.

Taiwan passport

Taiwan passport holder visiting Bhutan

Visa Online (e-Visa)
Taiwan passport holders need to apply for an e-Visa before travelling to Bhutan.
Bhutan passport

Bhutan passport holder visiting Taiwan

Visa Required
Bhutan passport holders need a visa to enter Taiwan.

Data: Henley Passport Index. Check with the destination country's embassy for the most current requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I work remotely from Bhutan?

From major Bhutan cities the network usually holds up. Visa rules, your employer's stance on overseas employees, and tax residency in Taiwan and Bhutan are what actually decide it long-term.

What language do they speak in Bhutan?

The official language in Bhutan is Dzongkha. In Taiwan, the official language is Chinese.

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At a Glance

TW BT
Population 23,580,712 867,775
Currency New Taiwan Dollar (NT$) Bhutanese Ngultrum (BTN)
Languages Chinese Dzongkha
Driving side Right Left
Calling code +886 +975
Time zones 1 1
Emergency number 110