Time, electricity, telephone

Power and voltage: can i safely connect my devices to Bhutan's power supply?

In Bhutan, the voltage is similar to that in Germany, ranging between 220 and 230 volts. Therefore, you can safely plug in your mobile phone, camera, hairdryer, or electric shaver to the available power outlets in Bhutan. However, make sure to have an appropriate adapter with you; different types of sockets are sometimes used in the western part of the country compared to the east. There are even three different socket types nationwide. With a universal adapter, you are prepared for any situation.

I want to "call home". What costs can i expect?

In general, making phone calls in Bhutan is completely unproblematic. You can contact your relatives and friends directly from the hotel, but this can be expensive. However, you also have the option to use the telephone service of smaller shops, where you can make long-distance calls to your heart's content.

Additionally, there are internet cafes in larger cities - this service is also available in various hotels. Prefer to use your mobile phone? Before your trip, it's a good idea to check if your network provider operates in Bhutan or has a roaming agreement with this country. The dialing code for calls to Germany, as well as for other international calls, is 0049; when calling Bhutan, you need to dial the country code 00975 first.

Time Difference - How many time zones are between Bhutan and my home?

Starting from Central European Time, there are four time zones between Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and the distant Himalayan kingdom. However, since the clocks are adjusted twice a year in all three European countries, the time differences naturally vary.

Bhutan is significantly further east, which means that the sun rises much earlier there than in Europe. Accordingly, during winter time, the "Land of the Thunder Dragon" is 5 hours ahead of us, while during summer time, it is only four hours ahead.