No SIM Card Needed: How Indian Tourists Can Use goBoB for Payments in Bhutan

Indian tourists visiting Bhutan no longer need a Bhutanese SIM card to register for goBoB.

Instead, they can now conveniently sign-up using email-based OTP validation even before arriving in Bhutan given, they are a full SDF payer, removing a major barrier that previously limited access to digital payments for international visitors.

Part 1: How Indian Tourists Can Register on the Bank of Bhutan App (No SIM Required)
Part 2: How to Enhance Your Transaction Limit on the Bank of Bhutan App
Part 3: How Indian Tourists Can Add Money Using an International Debit or Credit Card

This is a 3-part step-by-step guide for Indian tourists on how to make digital payments in Bhutan using the Bank of Bhutan mobile app.

Bhutan is increasingly cashless, and many hotels, shops, cafes, and taxis accept QR and mobile payments. These videos explain how Indian visitors can easily set up and use the Bank of Bhutan app before or during their trip, without needing a Bhutan SIM card.

🔹 Part 1: Registration (No SIM Required)

In this video, you will learn:

How Indian tourists can register on the Bank of Bhutan app using email only
Why a Bhutan SIM card is not required
Basic setup steps to get started safely

👉 Watch this first if you are installing the app for the first time.

🔹 Part 2: Enhancing Your Transaction Limit

In this video, you will learn:

Why your initial transaction limit may be low
How to enhance your limit for travel expenses
Tips to ensure smooth payments during your stay in Bhutan

👉 Recommended if you plan to use the app for hotels, shopping, or longer stays.

🔹 Part 3: Adding Money Using an International Card

In this video, you will learn:

How to add funds using an international debit or credit card
What to check before adding money
Common issues and how to avoid them

👉 This step ensures you always have balance available for payments in Bhutan.

Who is this for?

Indian tourists visiting Bhutan
Families, solo travelers, and group travelers
Anyone looking for simple, cashless payment options in Bhutan

Helpful tips

Always complete Part 1 before watching Parts 2 and 3
Check your international card settings with your bank before travel
Keep screenshots or confirmations for reference

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This is a 3-part step-by-step guide for Indian tourists on how to make digital payments in Bhutan using the Bank of Bhutan mobile app.

🔹 Part 1: Registration (No SIM Required)

🔹 Part 2: Enhancing Your Transaction Limit

🔹 Part 3: Adding Money Using an International Card

Who is this for?

Helpful tips

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