Bhutan · Spearfishing zone
Protected areas (national parks, wildlife sanctuaries) without permit
What this zone is
Overview
How spearfishing is treated at Protected areas (national parks, wildlife sanctuaries) without permit.
Fishing within a protected area is only permitted with a valid permit obtained under Technical Regulations (Rule 251, FNCRR 2017). Without such a permit, fishing in protected areas is prohibited.
Source
This zone is documented in the official source below.
Before you dive
License for Bhutan
Whether you need a license to spearfish here, and how to get one.
Apply to the nearest Range Office or Division/Park; recreational/tourist permits are issued online via the Online Forestry Services and, for tourists, arranged through licensed Bhutanese tour operators with a certified fishing guide.
Get your licenseOpens the official portal · dofps.gov.bt