41 Countries Offer Visa on Arrival For Bangladeshi Passports

Traveling abroad can be an exciting experience. But with a Bangladeshi passport, we have huge pile of complexities ahead of our trip. Getting a travel visa is always hectic for us, Bangladeshi nationals. We must do lots of documentation and go through the complex bureaucracy just to get our visa application approved.

Why is that?

Bangladesh has one of the weakest passports in the world, in terms of visa-on-arrival benefits. But still, we have some countries allowing us visa-free travel or visas on arrival. If you want to avoid the hassle, or have a quick travel plan, you can pick one of these destinations.

These countries grant us visas on arrival and can be obtained relatively quickly without much documentation.

Documents Requirement

To take advantage of the visa-on-arrival benefit as a Bangladeshi citizen, you must have a valid passport with at least 6 months of validity and proof of sufficient funds for your stay. You need a return ticket and confirmed accommodation as well.

It is also important that travelers familiarize themselves with other visa requirements before starting the journey. Also, make sure the entry port/border you will arrive is fully equipped to grant you the visa, as visa-on-arrival may not be available in all ports/borders.

Is There Any Fee For Visa On Arrival?

There is a visa fee in some countries. This fee varies but ranges from $20 USD to $150 USD depending on nationality and length of stay. Additionally, some countries may require purchasing insurance and additional fees (eg. land port development fees, or municipality fees).

Payment can be made in cash or by credit card, depending on the country’s immigration authority. Some countries charge the fee in local currency, while some charges the fee in USD. So, it’s important that you do your research beforehand to avoid any surprises.

The process of obtaining visa-on-arrival generally requires between 15 minutes and 1 hour. After the primary inspections and a short interview, travelers are issued visas and stamped accordingly.

How Many Countries Allow Visa-Free Travel For Bangladeshis?

According to Henley Passport Index 2022, Bangladeshis can explore 41 foreign countries without a prior visa!

Among these 41 countries, 16 are in Africa, 11 are in the Caribbean, seven are in Oceania, six are in Asia, and one is in South America.

Visa-Free Travel on Bangladeshi Passports

Visa on Arrival For Bangladeshi Passports