+1 612 869 4949Yes. The Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) is refundable for any nights not spent in Bhutan, including cases where you shorten your trip or cancel at the last minute.
How do I claim an SDF refund?
- If you paid the SDF yourself, refund requests must be submitted online through the official Bhutan Travel Portal using your login credentials.
- If you booked through Wind Horse Tours, our team will handle the refund process on your behalf at no additional cost.
When is the refund processed?
Refunds are processed by the Department of Immigration only after you have exited Bhutan and cleared immigration. This allows the authorities to verify your actual departure date and calculate the correct refund amount.
Are there any deductions?
The government refunds the full nightly SDF of USD 100 per night for international visitors and Nu. 1,200 per night for Indian visitors. However, bank transfer fees or credit card processing charges (typically 3–5%) may be deducted from the amount returned to you.