Bhutan, already a major Bitcoin holder through its mining operations, is doing something that no other country has done yet. The Himalayan kingdom now lets travelers use crypto to pay for almost everything during their trip — from booking a flight to buying a snack at a roadside stall. If you are using Binance Pay, you can go fully cashless while exploring one of the most scenic countries in the world.
Key points
- You can pay with over 100 cryptocurrencies like BTC, BNB, and USDC.
- No gas fees and real-time confirmation on every transaction.
- Bhutan’s fully digital DK Bank supports this entire system end to end.
Tourism in Bhutan just got a major upgrade. Thanks to a partnership between Binance Pay and DK Bank, the country now accepts crypto payments across all areas of the tourist journey. Over 100 merchants are already live — including hotels, restaurants, tour guides, and even fruit vendors.
What does that mean for you as a traveler? You can now pay in crypto for your visa, Sustainable Development Fee (SDF), monument entry tickets, hotels, flights, and everything else. You just need a Binance Pay account and your phone.
Quick and easy crypto payments with QR codes
DK Bank, Bhutan’s first fully digital bank, is behind the payment system. It allows static and dynamic QR code payments. So, whether you are checking in at a hotel or buying local crafts in a remote village, the transaction is instant and simple.
This setup also solves a common problem in travel: high foreign transaction fees and slow settlements. Now you avoid both. Merchants receive payment fast, and you see confirmation in real-time using Binance’s app with 2FA security.
A focus on happiness and inclusion
Bhutan is often called the “Kingdom of Happiness” because it puts Gross National Happiness ahead of GDP. By letting even the smallest vendors accept digital payments, the country helps local communities become more connected to global tourism — without sacrificing its traditions.
The system also makes travel smoother and more inclusive. Small businesses in hard-to-reach areas now have access to tourism revenue they may have missed out on before. Everyone benefits — travelers get convenience, and locals get opportunity.