Verified List of Banks in Bhutan (2026 Update)

As of our 2026 review, Bankinfobook has verified 5 banking institutions operating in Bhutan, most based in or near Thimphu.

Foreign exchange reserves equal roughly 33.42% of GDP, indicating a substantial external liquidity buffer relative to economic output. Bhutan holds 0.30 tonnes of gold reserves, a hard-asset buffer factored into its broader financial resilience profile. The average income level sits at approximately 198.00 USD, relevant context alongside the country's banking infrastructure. BOB bank is recognized as the largest commercial bank serving Bhutan.

Bhutan's banking sector shows roughly 100% direct SWIFT/BIC connectivity, corresponding to an 'Integrated' classification under the Bankinfobook Financial Connectivity Index.