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Jan 10, 2026
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The Tibet travel permit is an official document issued by the Tibet Tourism Bureau. It allows foreign travelers to enter and travel within most parts of Tibet. Without this permit, airlines, train authorities, and security checkpoints will deny entry.
Why Is the Tibet Travel Permit Required?
Tibet is a sensitive and protected region with unique cultural and environmental conditions. The permit system helps authorities:
Manage tourism sustainably
Ensure traveler safety
Preserve Tibetan culture and heritage
Every foreign traveler must comply with this regulation.
Who Needs a Tibet Travel Permit?
All foreign passport holders
Travelers entering Tibet from mainland China
Tourists visiting Lhasa or any other area in Tibet
Exceptions:
Chinese citizens do not need a TTP
Hong Kong and Macau residents need special documents, not a TTP
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