Bangladesh Passport Visa-Free Countries
6 visa-free destinations among the 88 we track
6
Visa-free
3
Visa on arrival
17
e-Visa available
61
Visa required
Counts reflect the popular destinations we currently track, not every country worldwide — your passport may grant visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to additional destinations. Always confirm with the destination's official immigration authority before travel.
The Bangladeshi passport is one of the world’s weaker travel documents, ranked around 95th–97th on the 2026 Henley Passport Index with roughly 35–37 visa-free or visa-on-arrival destinations. Across this list almost all of Europe, North America and South America require a full embassy visa booked weeks in advance. Where access is genuinely good it clusters in three places: Commonwealth ties (visa-free Jamaica for 6 months, Fiji for 4 months, plus Trinidad & Tobago and Rwanda), electronic authorizations for Kenya and Sri Lanka, and broad online e-visa coverage across Southeast Asia and the Gulf. Regional neighbours also help — Nepal and the Maldives issue visas on arrival, with Nepal’s first 30 days free under SAARC.
Key Strengths
- Commonwealth visa-free stays are the strongest cards: up to 180 days (6 months) in Jamaica, 120 days (4 months) in Fiji, plus visa-free Trinidad & Tobago (≈90 days) and Rwanda (30 days, fees waived)
- Two online travel authorizations replace embassy visits: Kenya (90 days, eTA US$32.50) and Sri Lanka (30 days, paid ETA at the discounted SAARC rate)
- Regional visas on arrival: Nepal (up to 90 days, first 30 gratis under SAARC) and the Maldives (30 days, free for all nationalities)
- Wide e-visa access with no consulate visit: Indonesia (60), Vietnam (90), Thailand (60), Malaysia (30), Myanmar (28) and Qatar (30, Hayya), plus the new Philippines e-visa (2026) and the free Pakistan e-visa
Recent Policy Changes
The biggest 2026 gain was the Philippines, which launched an e-visa for Bangladeshi passport holders on 5 June 2026, replacing sticker visas for tourism. Ghana’s new national e-visa portal went live on 25 May 2026 (covering Bangladeshis as a non-ECOWAS nationality), and Bangladesh and Nepal agreed reciprocal gratis 30-day visas on arrival. Bangladesh climbed roughly five places in the early-2026 Henley ranking to about 95th, though a mid-2026 update left it near 97th (tied with North Korea) — still one of the weakest passports overall, with Pakistan’s e-visa for Bangladeshis remaining free of charge since August 2024.
Where you can go
Bangladesh Visa Access Map
No visa needed
Visa-Free Countries
6 popular destinations you can visit without a visa
Asia (1 country)
Americas (2 countries)
Africa (2 countries)
Oceania (1 country)
Every visa-free stay has a hard limit
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Schengen Area Access
Bangladesh passport holders require a Schengen visa to visit the 29 Schengen member states. A single Schengen visa allows stays of up to 90 days in any 180-day period across all member countries.
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Countries where Bangladeshi passport holders can get a visa at the border
e-Visa Available
Countries with online visa applications for Bangladeshi passport holders
Tips for Bangladeshi Passport Holders
Travel tips for Bangladeshi travelers
- •A valid multiple-entry Schengen, US or UK visa is a strategic first win — it unlocks visa-free or easier entry to Albania, Montenegro, Serbia, Georgia, Morocco and Turkey, several of which otherwise require a full embassy visa
- •Two Southeast Asian neighbours are harder than they look: Bangladesh is excluded from Cambodia’s online e-visa (visa on arrival or embassy only, at the officer’s discretion) and from Laos visa-on-arrival (embassy visa needed in advance)
- •Check for newer online routes before booking a consulate appointment — the Philippines moved Bangladeshis to an e-visa on 5 June 2026, Pakistan’s e-visa has been free of charge since August 2024, and Ghana opened an e-visa portal on 25 May 2026
- •Bangladesh charges its citizens a travel tax (embarkation tax) on departure — it is bundled into air tickets but must be paid separately at land and river border crossings (for example when travelling overland to India or by land to Nepal), so keep the receipt
Longest visa-free stays in our data
Digital nomad visa options
These countries offer digital nomad visas and are accessible to Bangladeshi passport holders:
Frequently Asked Questions
How many countries can Bangladeshi passport holders visit visa-free?
Among the popular destinations we track, Bangladeshi passport holders can visit at least 6 completely visa-free. Including visa on arrival (3) and e-Visa destinations (17), a total of 26+ destinations are accessible without a traditional embassy visa. Your passport may also grant access to additional countries beyond those listed here.
Do Bangladeshi passport holders need a visa for Europe?
Yes. Bangladesh passport holders require a Schengen visa to visit the 29 Schengen Area countries in Europe. A single Schengen visa allows stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period across all member states.
Which countries offer visa on arrival for Bangladeshi passport holders?
Among the destinations we track, 3 offer visa on arrival for Bangladesh passport holders, including Nepal, Maldives, Cambodia. Check the destination's official rules before travel, including approved arrival points and any pre-registration requirements.
Which tracked visa-free destinations have the longest stays for Bangladeshi passport holders?
The longest stays recorded in our data include Jamaica (180 days), Fiji (120 days), Trinidad and Tobago (90 days), Kenya (90 days). Check each destination's current entry conditions before booking.
What recent visa policy changes affect Bangladeshi passport holders?
The biggest 2026 gain was the Philippines, which launched an e-visa for Bangladeshi passport holders on 5 June 2026, replacing sticker visas for tourism. Ghana’s new national e-visa portal went live on 25 May 2026 (covering Bangladeshis as a non-ECOWAS nationality), and Bangladesh and Nepal agreed reciprocal gratis 30-day visas on arrival. Bangladesh climbed roughly five places in the early-2026 Henley ranking to about 95th, though a mid-2026 update left it near 97th (tied with North Korea) — still one of the weakest passports overall, with Pakistan’s e-visa for Bangladeshis remaining free of charge since August 2024.
How often is this visa-free list updated?
The entry data for this passport was last reviewed in July 2026, with individual corrections made when we find changes. Visa policies can change at any time, so confirm the current rules with the destination country's official immigration authority before traveling.
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