Bhutan Country Code +975
The country code for Bhutan is +975. Bhutan uses a closed numbering plan with 7-digit landline numbers and 8-digit mobile numbers after the country code. There is no national trunk prefix “0”, so the digits you dial inside Bhutan are the same as those used after +975 from abroad.
A typical landline in the capital Thimphu looks like +975 2 331456, where 2 is the one-digit area code and the remaining six digits are the subscriber number. A mobile number is usually written as +975 17 12 34 56 or +975 77 xx xx xx, where 17 or 77 identifies the mobile operator.
This guide explains how Bhutanese phone numbers are structured, how to dial to and from Bhutan, how Bhutan Time (BTT, UTC+6) affects your meeting schedule, and which emergency numbers (110, 112, 113) to remember when dealing with tour operators, trekking agencies, government offices or hotels across the Himalayan kingdom.
Example landline (intl.)
+975 2 331456
+975 (country) · 2 (Thimphu area code) · 6-digit subscriber number – total 7 digits after +975.
Example mobile
+975 17 12 34 56
17 or 77 + six digits for mobiles – 8-digit national number used exactly the same at home and from abroad.
Time & daylight saving
Bhutan Time (BTT · UTC+6) · No DST
Bhutan uses a single time zone, Asia/Thimphu, with clocks fixed at UTC+6 all year round.
Overview – where +975 is used
The country code +975 is assigned exclusively to Bhutan, a small Buddhist kingdom in the eastern Himalayas bordered by India and China. You will see +975 numbers on tour operators, trekking agencies, monasteries, hotels, airlines and government offices in Thimphu, Paro, Punakha and other dzongkhags (districts).
Bhutan’s numbering plan is relatively simple compared with many countries. Landlines are usually: +975 A XXXXXX – one-digit area code followed by a six-digit subscriber number. Mobiles are: +975 AB XXXXXX, where AB = 17 or 77 identifies the mobile operator and the remaining digits are the subscriber number.
There is no leading “0” trunk code to strip when calling internationally. Whether you dial from inside Bhutan or abroad, you use the same sequence of 7 digits (landline) or 8 digits (mobile) after the country code. This makes it straightforward to normalise +975 numbers in address books, booking platforms or call-centre systems.
Typical situations involving +975 numbers
- Tourism logistics – confirming treks, homestays and cultural tours with local agencies.
- Airline & ticketing – contacting Drukair / Bhutan Airlines offices or airport desks in Paro.
- Government & NGOs – coordinating with ministries, schools and development projects across the country.
Because mobile coverage has expanded faster than fixed lines, many Bhutanese contacts will give you a 17… or 77… mobile instead of a landline.
Bhutan phone number formats (+975)
Structure: +975 · landlines 7 digits · mobiles 8 digitsBhutan’s national significant numbers (NSN) are between 7 and 8 digits long after the +975 country code. Landlines use 7 digits, mobiles 8 digits. There is no trunk prefix such as 0 – you always dial the full NSN as written.
- • Landline (fixed): A XXXXXX – 1-digit area code (A) + 6-digit subscriber number. Example: 2 331456 (Thimphu).
- • Landline in international format: +975 A XXXXXX – e.g. +975 2 331456.
- • Mobile: AB XXXXXX – 2-digit operator code (usually 17 or 77) + 6-digit subscriber number.
- • Mobile in international format: +975 17 XXXXXX or +975 77 XXXXXX.
- • International access from Bhutan: dial 00 + country code + foreign number.
In the official numbering plan, the minimum NSN length is 7 and the maximum is 8 digits, depending on whether the number is fixed or mobile.
Sample Bhutan numbers
Illustrative only2 = Thimphu area code; 331456 is a sample 6-digit subscriber number (total 7 digits after +975).
17 = mobile operator prefix; 6 further digits identify the subscriber. Format is the same inside Bhutan and internationally.
Other one-digit area codes represent different dzongkhags. The exact mapping is managed by Bhutan’s regulator.
How to dial Bhutan (+975) numbers
1. From the USA or Canada
From North America, use the international prefix 011, then Bhutan’s country code 975, then the 7- or 8-digit national number.
- Dial 011 – US/Canada exit code.
- Dial 975 – Bhutan country code.
- Dial the full landline (7 digits) or mobile (8 digits) as written.
Example (New York → Thimphu landline): 011 975 2 331456.
2. From the UK, Europe or most of Asia
Many countries use 00 as the international prefix. Then dial 975 and the Bhutanese phone number.
- Dial 00 – international access code.
- Dial 975 – Bhutan country code.
- Dial the 7-digit landline or 8-digit mobile.
Example (London → Bhutan mobile): 00 975 17 12 34 56.
3. Dialing within Bhutan
- Local landline calls: dial the full 7-digit number A XXXXXX.
- To mobiles: dial the full 8-digit mobile 17 XXXXXX or 77 XXXXXX.
- International from Bhutan: dial 00 + country code + foreign number.
Example: Thimphu → Delhi landline: 00 91 11 1234 5678.
Tip: because Bhutan has no trunk prefix, you don’t need to add or remove any leading 0 when storing contacts. Just keep the 7- or 8-digit local number and prepend +975.
Time in Bhutan – Bhutan Time (BTT, UTC+6)
Bhutan uses a single time zone: Bhutan Time (BTT), which is UTC+06:00. The country does not observe daylight saving time, so the offset from UTC is stable all year.
In the IANA time zone database, the zone for Bhutan is Asia/Thimphu. When you set up calendars, meeting tools or telephony systems, select this zone to keep your schedules aligned with local time in Thimphu, Paro and other districts.
Since many visitors travel from Europe, North America or East Asia, it is easy to mis-calculate the offset, especially when their country switches to or from daylight saving time and Bhutan does not. When planning calls with tour operators or government offices, always check both current time in Bhutan and your own time zone.
Typical time differences vs Bhutan (UTC+6)
| City | Zone | Approx. difference |
|---|---|---|
| New Delhi | IST (UTC+5:30) | Bhutan is about +0.5h ahead of India |
| Bangkok | ICT (UTC+7) | Bhutan is −1h behind Thailand |
| London | UTC / BST | Bhutan is +6h (winter) or +5h (when UK is on summer time) |
| New York | ET (UTC−5 / −4) | Bhutan is typically +11h in winter, +10h during US daylight saving |
For business calls, many travellers aim for Bhutan late morning / early afternoon, which overlaps conveniently with early start of day in Europe.
Emergency numbers in Bhutan
Bhutan assigns different three-digit short codes for police, fire, ambulance and traffic services. As a visitor, the most important numbers to remember are: 110 (fire), 112 (ambulance), 113 (police) and 111 (traffic).
Police – Royal Bhutan Police
113
General emergency hotline for the Royal Bhutan Police, covering crimes, threats, assaults and serious incidents. Operates nationwide and is typically toll-free.
Fire & rescue
110
Dedicated number for fire and rescue services, including house fires and major accidents.
Ambulance & medical
112
Used for ambulance and medical emergencies. Some information sheets also list 111 for traffic-related help and 999 for disaster communication.
Emergency numbers are published by the Royal Bhutan Police and health authorities. For routine matters, use the non-emergency landlines listed by hospitals, clinics or local police stations.
Example: calling +975 numbers
US (Los Angeles) → Thimphu hotel landline
Hotel lists its number as: 2 331456.
- Dial 011 (US exit code).
- Dial 975.
- Dial 2 331456.
Result: 011 975 2 331456
Germany (Berlin) → Bhutan mobile
Guide gives their mobile as: +975 17 12 34 56.
- From Germany, dial 00.
- Dial 975.
- Dial 17 12 34 56.
Result: 00 975 17 12 34 56
Thimphu → Paro tour office (domestic)
Office lists: 8 271890.
- Caller is inside Bhutan.
- Simply dial the full 7-digit number: 8 271890.
For address books, save as: +975 8 271890 .
Bhutan country code +975 – FAQ
How many digits does a Bhutan phone number have?
The national number (without +975) has 7 digits for landlines and 8 digits for mobile numbers. That means a full international number will have +975 + 7 digits or +975 + 8 digits, respectively.
Is there a trunk prefix (like 0) in Bhutan?
No. Bhutan’s numbering plan does not use a national trunk prefix. You always dial the same 7-digit or 8-digit number inside the country that appears after +975 in international format. This makes Bhutan easier to handle than countries where 0 must be added locally and removed internationally.
How can I tell if a +975 number is mobile or landline?
As a rule of thumb, landlines are 7 digits and start with a single area code digit such as 2 for Thimphu. Mobiles are 8 digits and usually begin with 17 or 77, which identify the main mobile operators. If you see +975 17… or +975 77…, you can treat it as a mobile number.
Does Bhutan observe daylight saving time?
No. Bhutan’s clocks stay on Bhutan Time (BTT, UTC+6) all year. There are no seasonal clock changes. However, your home country may change time, so the difference between your time zone and Bhutan can shift by one hour in spring or autumn.
Which emergency number should I use as a visitor?
For most visitors, the key numbers to remember are: 113 for police, 110 for fire services, and 112 for ambulance and medical emergencies. There is also 111 for traffic issues and 999 as a disaster communication helpline published by Bhutanese authorities.
Are calls to Bhutan expensive? How can I save on costs?
International calls to +975 can be relatively expensive from traditional mobile plans. To control costs, many travellers and organisations use VoIP apps, cloud PBX systems, calling cards or local SIMs/eSIMs while in Bhutan. If you call +975 numbers regularly (for example as a tour operator or travel agency), consider using a provider that offers specific rates for Bhutan mobiles and landlines.
Download the Bhutan (+975) dialing & time quick reference
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