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Bhutan

Bhutan

Your guide to the employment landscape, working customs and local labor laws in Bhutan

(The data below is for reference only. You may refer to the official government websites or contact us for updates.)

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CapitalThimphu
CurrencyBhutanese Ngultrum (BTN)
LanguagesNepali, Dzongkha, Lepcha, Tshangla
Payroll FrequencyMonthly
GDP per Capita$3,662.70
Employer Tax5%
CapitalThimphu
CurrencyBhutanese Ngultrum (BTN)
LanguagesNepali, Dzongkha, Lepcha, Tshangla
Payroll FrequencyMonthly
GDP per Capita$3,662.70
Employer Tax5%

Talent Landscape Analysis

Bhutan is one of the least developed countries in the world with a freedom score of 59.3. Over 60% of its population depends on agriculture and animal husbandry making up 50% of its GDP. Its close trade relations with India assist them through monetary and trade exceptions. It had a downturn in GDP growth sliding to -10.1% in 2020. Bhutan largely protects its culture hence its apprehension toward progressive modernization.

Major economic Cities

Thimphu, Phuntsholing

Skills in demand

Construction and Trade Professionals, Information and Communications Technology Professionals, Tourism Professionals

Bhutan map

Salary Data

The monthly salary in Bhutan for some job title are:

Employing in Bhutan

Hiring employees in Bhutan is a breeze when you are knowledgeable about its employment laws, benefits, payroll, and tax systems. Know how to employ and onboard talents from Bhutan with the information below.

Employee Contract
Leave Policy
Payroll
Taxes
Offboarding & Termination
Visa and Immigration
Employee Contract

Basic

 

Written employment contracts in Bhutan are required if the contract schedule is more than one year of service. When a written contract is not met, the employer must adhere to the Labor Law of Bhutan. Contracts are generally written in Choke but as a rule, they must be understood by both parties.

 

Probation Period

 

According to section 622, paragraph 3 of the German Civil Code, the maximum duration for a probation period is six months.

 

13th Month Pay

 

The 13th-month salary is mandatory in Bhutan.

 

Employee Benefits

 

  • Pension
  • Permanent Disability Benefit
  • Surviving Spouse Benefit
  • Surviving Children Benefit
  • Orphan Benefit
  • Dependent Parent Benefit

Employee Contract

Basic

 

Written employment contracts in Bhutan are required if the contract schedule is more than one year of service. When a written contract is not met, the employer must adhere to the Labor Law of Bhutan. Contracts are generally written in Choke but as a rule, they must be understood by both parties.

 

Probation Period

 

According to section 622, paragraph 3 of the German Civil Code, the maximum duration for a probation period is six months.

 

13th Month Pay

 

The 13th-month salary is mandatory in Bhutan.

 

Employee Benefits

 

  • Pension
  • Permanent Disability Benefit
  • Surviving Spouse Benefit
  • Surviving Children Benefit
  • Orphan Benefit
  • Dependent Parent Benefit

Leave Policy

Public and Provincial Holidays

Leave Information

Payroll

Taxes

Offboarding & Termination

Visa and Immigration

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