Is Gangtok safe for tourist?

Yes, Gangtok is safe to travel. You can read the posts on Sikkim travel in the forums on Trip Advisor. Most recent travelers found it ok to travel during the current situation. The highway is safe for tourist vehicles.

Is Gangtok safe at night?

Whether its night or day time, Gangtok is completely safe and you can witness its nightlife without being worried about your safety.

Why foreigners are not allowed in Sikkim?

In fact the whole of Sikkim is under restricted area regime due to its proximity to neighboring countries like China. And therefore all foreign nationals require Restricted Area Permit (RAP) to visit any part of Sikkim including Gangtok. This permit is also popularly known as Inner Line Permit (ILP).

Is smoking allowed in Gangtok?

Drinking and smoking is not allowed in Gangtok for anyone under the age of 21. And yes, talking of drinking, do not forget to gulp down a glass or two of chhang, the local brew.

Is PAN card valid in Sikkim?

Income taxes are not applicable in Sikkim , [No one native to Sikkim has to pay any income taxes], PAN has no validity in Sikkim.

Is Food costly in Sikkim?

We need more contributors for Sikkim to increase our data quality….Cost of Living in Sikkim.

Can I move to Sikkim?

You can move to Sikkim, do business or trade but can not buy property in rural areas. You can take up Central Government jobs but State Governments jobs are only for Sikkimese. Article 371-F of 1975 ensures Sikkim descendants’ rights are protected. Yes you can but you cannot buy a house.