To extend protocol hospitality services to the guests of the government
To provide consular and passport services to Bhutanese including those living abroad
To facilitate diplomatic privileges and immunities for diplomatic missions and international organizations.
The Department consists of three Divisions: Asia and the Pacific Division (APD), Europe, Americas and Africa Division (EAAD), and South Asia and the Middle East (SAME) Division. The three Divisions under the Department are responsible for promoting and strengthening bilateral relations between Bhutan and countries within the geographic zones and sub-regions assigned to each Division. Each division consists of several desks which work closely with all domestic and foreign counterparts to manage bilateral relations for respective countries under their purview.
Provide political oversight on matters pertaining to bilateral engagement with countries in their region;
Coordinate bilateral engagement with key domestic partners to suit the needs and priorities of Bhutan and the partner countries;
Ensure a coordinated approach to our positions pertaining to friendly countries in the assigned region.
The Consular Affairs Division provides consular services to Bhutanese living and travelling abroad, particularly those in difficult/emergency situations. The services rendered include issuance of passports/travel documents; attestation services; and issuance of travel advisories and notifications, as required. Consular services are also extended to the Missions and International Organisations in Bhutan so that these agencies are able to effectively fulfil their mandate in Bhutan.
EAAD is responsible for promoting and strengthening Bhutan’s relations and engagements with countries in Africa, Americas and Europe. The Division covers more than 113 countries in these regions. The Chief of EAAD supervises three Desks. The Desks are manned by the following officers:
Mr. Tshewang Dorji T
Chief of Division