Visa
Bangladesh visa on arrival — who may qualify
For some travellers, Bangladesh offers a visa on arrival at Dhaka's international airport. It's convenient — but it comes with conditions, it's never guaranteed, and it must be checked against current official policy for your passport.
⚠ Verify before you fly. Whether visa on arrival is available to you depends on your exact nationality and the policy in force when you travel. It is granted at an officer's discretion. Confirm with an official Bangladesh embassy, high commission or e-visa portal first. This page is guidance, not immigration advice.
Who may be eligible
A number of nationalities may be considered for a tourist visa on arrival, while many others should arrange a visa in advance. To see the general group your country falls into — and a reminder to verify — use the lookup on the main visa page:
Check your route
Type your nationality and see the general picture.
What's usually required
- A passport valid for the required period, with blank pages.
- Proof of onward or return travel.
- A confirmed hotel booking or address for your stay.
- Evidence of sufficient funds for your trip.
- Sometimes a visa fee payable on arrival, in the accepted currency.
Requirements vary and change, so treat this as a checklist to research — not a promise.
When to apply in advance instead
If your nationality isn't clearly eligible, if you want certainty, or if you're arriving overland or on a one-way ticket, arrange your visa ahead of time through an official e-visa portal (where available) or a Bangladesh mission. It removes the airport gamble entirely.
Common questions
Can I get a visa on arrival?
Some nationalities may, for tourism, subject to conditions and at an officer's discretion. It's never guaranteed. Confirm with an official mission before you fly.
What documents do I need?
Typically a valid passport, proof of onward travel, a hotel booking and evidence of funds — plus any fee. Exact rules vary by nationality.
Is it guaranteed if I'm eligible?
No. If you want certainty, arrange a visa in advance through an official portal or embassy.