Do US, UK, Canadian, Australian and European citizens need a visa before arriving in Bangladesh?

No pre-travel visa is required for these passports for tourism, business or investment purposes - they are eligible for a Visa on Arrival issued at the airport or land port.

Does Bangladesh offer an official eVisa?

No - Bangladesh's government has stated an e-Visa has not yet been introduced; visas are issued either on arrival or as paper visas submitted to a mission.

How much does the Bangladesh Visa on Arrival cost?

The official fee is $50 USD plus tax, payable only in cash (USD, GBP or EUR) at the port of entry.

How much is a regular (embassy) Tourist Visa for a US passport applied in advance?

The consular fee for US nationals applying for a regular Bangladeshi visa in advance is $160 USD.

Can I extend my Visa on Arrival if I want to stay longer?

A longer stay requires an in-person extension application at the Department of Immigration and Passports in Dhaka; the Embassy notes this can be time-consuming and is not guaranteed.

How long can I stay in Bangladesh on a Visa on Arrival?

The Visa on Arrival is valid for a single entry stay of up to 30 days (the US Embassy notes it may be granted for 15-30 days at the officer's discretion).

Do I need a return or onward ticket to enter Bangladesh?

Yes, a printed return/onward air, train or bus ticket is required for Visa on Arrival applicants.

How much cash do I need to show for a Bangladesh Visa on Arrival?

Travellers (other than those on official business) must show a minimum of USD 500 or an equivalent amount in cash or on a credit card.

How many blank passport pages and how much passport validity do I need for Bangladesh?

Applicants need an original passport valid for at least 6 months with a minimum of two blank pages for the online visa application.

Do I need to complete an arrival card before landing in Bangladesh?

Yes, all foreign passport holders must complete an Arrival Card, which can now be filled out online in advance via the government's E-Arrival Card portal.

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Bangladesh Visa for UK Citizens

To enter Bangladesh, UK citizens need: a valid passport · Visa on arrival · Embarkation and Disembarkation (ED) Card / E-Arrival Card · E-Departure Card · Return/onward air, train or bus ticket · Minimum USD 500 cash or credit card · Passport valid 6 months beyond arrival · Yellow fever vaccination certificate.

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Quick Facts

Bangladesh Visa — Key Facts for UK Citizens

Visa Required

Yes

Visa Type

On Arrival

Gov Fee

$160

Max Stay

30 days

Processing

10–12 days

Passport Validity

6+ months

Entry Type

single

What You Need

UK citizens traveling to Bangladesh need

✓A valid United Kingdom passportValid 6 months after arrival
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✓Embarkation and Disembarkation (ED) Card / E-Arrival Card
✓E-Departure Card
✓Return/onward air, train or bus ticket
✓Minimum USD 500 cash or credit card
✓Passport valid 6 months beyond arrival
✓Yellow fever vaccination certificate

Available Visas

Bangladesh Visa Types for UK Citizens

Overview

Bangladesh Visa for UK Citizens — What You Need to Know

UK citizens need a visa for Bangladesh. To enter Bangladesh you need: a valid passport, Visa on arrival, Embarkation and Disembarkation (ED) Card / E-Arrival Card, E-Departure Card, Return/onward air, train or bus ticket, Minimum USD 500 cash or credit card, Passport valid 6 months beyond arrival, Yellow fever vaccination certificate.

Visa Policy

Bangladesh Visa Policy for UK Citizens

Bangladesh's visa policy for UK citizens requires advance application before travel. The embassy visa process requires submission to the nearest Bangladesh consulate or embassy. The government fee of $160 is set by Bangladesh immigration authorities and is subject to change. PassportsAndVisas.com monitors policy updates daily and will notify you of any fee changes after your application is submitted.

UK citizens should apply for their Bangladesh visa at least 15 days before departure to allow time for processing and any document corrections. Rush processing is available for travelers with imminent departure dates. The Advance Visa Tourist eVisa is issued, and the 30-day stay period begins on arrival.

Travel Context

Traveling to Bangladesh from United Kingdom — What to Know Before You Go

Planning a trip to Bangladesh from United Kingdom involves a few key logistics beyond the visa. Direct flights are available from major United Kingdom hubs to Bangladesh's main international airports, with flight times varying depending on your departure city. We recommend booking refundable tickets until your visa is approved — PassportsAndVisas.com's service fee is charged only after visa approval, so you are not committed financially before your visa is confirmed.

Passport preparation is the most important step. Your United Kingdom passport must have at least 6 months of validity remaining beyond your departure date from Bangladesh, and at least 2 blank pages for entry stamps. If your passport is expiring soon, PassportsAndVisas.com can expedite United Kingdom passport renewal — often faster than standard government processing times.

Once your Bangladesh visa is approved, you will receive a PDF confirmation by email. Print this document and carry it with your passport — some Bangladesh border officials require a physical copy, even for eVisas. Save a digital backup on your phone as well. Your visa details will also be linked to your passport number in Bangladesh's immigration database.

Application Guide

What UK Citizens Need Before Applying

Applying for a Bangladesh visa as a UK citizen through PassportsAndVisas.com takes 5–10 minutes online. You will need your United Kingdom passport (valid for 6+ months), a digital passport photo meeting Bangladesh's exact specifications, and your travel dates. Our system guides you through each field and flags potential errors before submission.

The most common reason UK citizens face Bangladesh visa rejection is passport photo non-compliance. Bangladesh requires a white background, the size shown on the government portal dimensions, taken within the last 6 months, with no glasses. Our proprietary photo-check system automatically validates your photo against Bangladesh's requirements before we submit — catching the errors that cause the majority of preventable rejections.

After submission, your application is reviewed by a UK-specialist on our team — someone familiar with the specific patterns that trigger scrutiny for United Kingdom passport holders. We submit to Bangladesh Immigration within 2 hours of receiving your complete file. You will receive email updates throughout the process, and your approved visa PDF will be delivered to your inbox — typically within 10–12 business days.

How It Works

How UK Citizens Get a Bangladesh Visa

Apply online in 5–10 min

Guided form with real-time photo and passport validation. Takes under 10 minutes.

We review your application

We catch errors specific to UK applications — photo specs, name matching, passport validity — before submission.

We submit for government processing

Submitted directly to Bangladesh Immigration. Email updates throughout. We handle any follow-up.

Get your Bangladesh visa

Approved eVisa PDF delivered to your inbox. Ready to travel.

Full Requirements — VIE Intelligence Engine

Everything UK Citizens Need to Know About Bangladesh Visas

All Bangladesh visa data for UK passport holders is updated daily from official government sources.

Bangladesh requires 4 documents for UK citizens. Our system validates all of these automatically before submission.

Avoid These Mistakes

Why UK Citizens Get Bangladesh Visa Rejections — And How We Prevent It

Our document review catches these before submission. Rejected due to our error? We resubmit at no charge.

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Passport expires within 6 months of entry

Airlines and Bangladesh immigration refuse entry. This is one of the most common preventable rejection reasons.

✓ We verify passport validity before submitting

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Details don't exactly match passport

A single character difference in name, DOB, or United Kingdom passport number causes rejection.

✓ We verify all fields match your passport scan

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Prior overstay or visa violation

Prior overstays are on record and may trigger automatic rejection. Tell us — we can advise UK applicants.

✓ We guide you through handling prior violations

Why Choose Us

Bangladesh Visa: Expert Help vs Applying Directly

You can apply on the government portal for free. Here's why 500,000+ travelers paid us instead.

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Never rejected for a preventable mistake

Most refusals come from a handful of fixable errors. We check every application before it is filed.

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Government portal monitored 24/7

Bangladesh's application system goes offline without warning. We watch it around the clock and submit the moment it returns.

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Get your whole family right first time

Inconsistencies between family applications are a top rejection trigger. We manage all applications together.

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Human help for complex cases

Prior overstay? Dual nationality? A specialist handles your UK case personally. Avg response under 2 hours.

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Official Advisories

Current Travel Advisories for UK Citizens Visiting Bangladesh

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UK FCDO

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Questions & Answers

Bangladesh Visa FAQ for UK Citizens

Yes. UK passport holders need a visa to travel to Bangladesh. The options available are Advance Visa Tourist eVisa, Visa On Arrival Single Entry Tourist eVisa, Tourist Visa (embassy) — for stays over 30 days, 5 Year Tourist eVisa, Visa On Arrival Tourist eVisa. Applications are made through an embassy or consulate.

📋 Sources

PassportsAndVisas.com relies exclusively on official government sources for visa requirements. Our VIE Intelligence Engine cross-references multiple official sources daily.

▶Bangladesh Official Immigration Portal. (Web). Official government portal
▶U.S. Department of State — Bangladesh Travel Information. (Web). travel.state.gov
▶IATA Timatic — Visa & Health Requirements Database. (Web). iatatravelcentre.com

Other Passport Holders

Bangladesh visa requirements for other passport holders

Visa eligibility, fees and available visa types vary by passport. Choose your nationality for Bangladesh visa requirements specific to you.

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