How to Get a Tourist SIM Card in Bhutan
(with Both TashiCell & B-Mobile Packages Included)
Staying connected in Bhutan is easy and affordable with a local tourist SIM card. Here’s a complete guide to help you get connected quickly — including popular packages from both major providers.
Where to Buy a Tourist SIM
Tourist SIM cards are available at:
- Paro International Airport — counters from both operators.
- At the Immigration Terminal in Phuentsholing (for travelers entering by land from India).
- Telecom customer service centers in Thimphu, Paro, Punakha, etc.
- Your tour operator or guide — can often prepare SIMs before arrival
What to Bring
To register a SIM card, tourists need:
- A passport copy
- A valid Bhutan visa or visa clearance letter
Registration is generally quick at airport counters or official stores.
Tourist SIM Packages
📶 TashiCell Tourist SIM
Package | Price (Nu) | Data | Talk Time | Validity |
Package 1 | 300 | 2 GB | 100 mins | 14 days |
Package 2 | 500 | ~3 GB | 200 mins | 30 days |
Unlimited 1 | 1,100 | Unlimited* | 50 mins | 7 days |
Unlimited 2 | 1,900 | Unlimited* | 50 mins | 14 days |
* Unlimited data is subject to fair usage. You can also top up data or talk time after packages end.
Bhutan Telecom (B-Mobile) Tourist SIM
Plan | Price(Nu.) | Freebies | SIM Validity | Data Plan /Talk-time Validity |
Tourist e-SIM 1100 | 1,100 | Unlimited Data + Nu.50 Talk Time | 7 Days | 7 Days |
Tourist e-SIM 1900 | 1,900 | Unlimited Data + Nu.50 Talk Time | 14 Days | 14 Days |
Tourist SIM 1100 | 1,100 | Unlimited Data + Nu.50 Talk Time | 1 Month | 7 Days |
Tourist SIM 1900 | 1,900 | Unlimited Data + Nu.50 Talk Time | 14 Days | |
Tourist SIM 500 | 500.00 | 3GB Data + Nu. 200 SMS/Talktime | 1 Month | |
Tourist SIM 300 | 300.00 | 2GB Data + Nu. 100 SMS/Talktime | 14 Days | |
Tourist SIM 200 | 200.00 | 1GB Data + Nu.100 SMS/Talktime | 7 Days | |
Tourist SIM 100 | 100.00 | Nu.100 talktime + Data charges are applicable as normal pay per use | 1 Month |
The B-Mobile tourist SIM works on both physical SIM and e-SIM options (where supported) with similar packages.
Coverage & Connectivity
- Both operators generally has wider coverage, especially in remote valleys and mountain areas.
- TashiCell offers competitive packages, often favored for urban travel and data bundles.
Wi-Fi is available in most hotels and restaurants, but speeds vary.
Practical Tips
- Buy your SIM at the airport right after arrival — it’s convenient and quick.
- Ensure the phone is unlocked before traveling.
- Have your passport ready for immediate registration.
- Use mobile apps (MyTashiCell or BT App) to top up or check balance.
- Help travelers top up plans during their stay if needed.
- In remote trekking regions, coverage can be limited — plan accordingly.
Getting a local SIM in Bhutan is simple and affordable, offering tourists excellent connectivity for maps, messages, social sharing, and staying in touch with family while exploring the Land of the Thunder Dragon!