Direct flights from Dhaka
Check current tourist visa guidance for Bangladeshi citizens, including Nepal entry rules, Thailand's official e-Visa process, Malaysia eVisa, and Dubai visas. Verify live government fees; bank/payment and optional agency charges are separate.
If you only need to know which destinations a Bangladeshi passport can enter with nothing arranged in advance, start with visa-free countries for Bangladeshi passport holders — it separates the destinations you can actually use from the ones that only look easy.
This visa hub brings together entry-route, fee, processing-time and document guidance for popular destinations for Bangladeshi passport holders. Start with the country-specific guide below to understand whether the route described is visa-free, visa on arrival, electronic or an advance application. Requirements depend on the travel purpose, passport and current policy; the amounts and timeframes shown are guidance from the underlying destination pages, not an approval guarantee. Immigration rules can change without notice, so verify the latest requirements and application channel with the destination's official immigration department, embassy or authorized portal before booking or applying.
Country visa guides and application routes
- Nepal visa guide for Bangladeshi passport holders — Visa On Arrival; fee guidance Free for the first entry of each calendar year (SAARC gratis visa); processing guidance Instant, on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport or major land borders.
- Thailand visa guide for Bangladeshi passport holders — e-Visa; fee guidance Government Tourist e-Visa fee: confirm the current amount in the official portal/Embassy schedule. Bank or payment-provider charges are separate. Optional agency service fees are separate and vary by provider; request an itemized quote before paying.; processing guidance Varies by application; check the live portal and Embassy notices. No decision time is guaranteed..
- Malaysia visa guide for Bangladeshi passport holders — e-Visa; fee guidance BDT 3,800 - BDT 4,200; processing guidance 2 - 4 Business Days.
- UAE visa guide for Bangladeshi passport holders — e-Visa; fee guidance BDT 11,500 - BDT 14,500 (30 Days Single Entry); processing guidance 3 - 5 Business Days.
- Singapore visa guide for Bangladeshi passport holders — e-Visa; fee guidance BDT 4,200 - BDT 6,500 (SGD 30 Embassy Fee + Authorized Agent Service Charge; higher if agency arranges LOI); processing guidance 5 - 7 Business Days (excluding submission day and weekends).
- Maldives visa guide for Bangladeshi passport holders — Visa On Arrival; fee guidance No advance tourist visa application; confirm current fee and permitted stay with Maldives Immigration; processing guidance Tourist visa is assessed on arrival after immigration admissibility checks.
Documents and steps by destination
Nepal visa requirements from Bangladesh
The current guide classifies the route as Visa On Arrival and provides fee guidance of Free for the first entry of each calendar year (SAARC gratis visa) with an indicative processing estimate of Instant, on arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport or major land borders. It organizes the checklist into 1 document groups (Required at the Airport / Border) and lays out 5 application steps. Open the destination guide for the complete checklist and sequence, then confirm the latest instructions with the official authority.
Thailand visa requirements from Bangladesh
The current guide classifies the route as e-Visa and provides fee guidance of Government Tourist e-Visa fee: confirm the current amount in the official portal/Embassy schedule. Bank or payment-provider charges are separate. Optional agency service fees are separate and vary by provider; request an itemized quote before paying. with an indicative processing estimate of Varies by application; check the live portal and Embassy notices. No decision time is guaranteed.. It organizes the checklist into 2 document groups (Core Documents (Uploaded Online via thaievisa.go.th), Occupational Proof (Dhaka Jurisdiction Requirements)) and lays out 5 application steps. Open the destination guide for the complete checklist and sequence, then confirm the latest instructions with the official authority.
Malaysia visa requirements from Bangladesh
The current guide classifies the route as e-Visa and provides fee guidance of BDT 3,800 - BDT 4,200 with an indicative processing estimate of 2 - 4 Business Days. It organizes the checklist into 1 document groups (Digital Materials) and lays out 5 application steps. Open the destination guide for the complete checklist and sequence, then confirm the latest instructions with the official authority.
UAE visa requirements from Bangladesh
The current guide classifies the route as e-Visa and provides fee guidance of BDT 11,500 - BDT 14,500 (30 Days Single Entry) with an indicative processing estimate of 3 - 5 Business Days. It organizes the checklist into 1 document groups (Electronic Scan Requirements) and lays out 5 application steps. Open the destination guide for the complete checklist and sequence, then confirm the latest instructions with the official authority.
Singapore visa requirements from Bangladesh
The current guide classifies the route as e-Visa and provides fee guidance of BDT 4,200 - BDT 6,500 (SGD 30 Embassy Fee + Authorized Agent Service Charge; higher if agency arranges LOI) with an indicative processing estimate of 5 - 7 Business Days (excluding submission day and weekends). It organizes the checklist into 2 document groups (Mandatory Core Documents (Submitted via Authorized Visa Agent), Profession-Specific Supporting Papers) and lays out 5 application steps. Open the destination guide for the complete checklist and sequence, then confirm the latest instructions with the official authority.
Maldives visa requirements from Bangladesh
The current guide classifies the route as Visa On Arrival and provides fee guidance of No advance tourist visa application; confirm current fee and permitted stay with Maldives Immigration with an indicative processing estimate of Tourist visa is assessed on arrival after immigration admissibility checks. It organizes the checklist into 1 document groups (Official tourist-entry checklist (verify before departure)) and lays out 5 application steps. Open the destination guide for the complete checklist and sequence, then confirm the latest instructions with the official authority.
Before submitting a tourist visa application
Check that the visa category matches your real travel purpose and intended length of stay. Use the current application form and document list published by the official authority, and make sure names, passport numbers, dates and supporting bookings match across every document. If an application must be submitted through an embassy or authorized service provider, confirm the Dhaka jurisdiction, appointment process and payment instructions directly with that provider.
Processing estimates are not guarantees: public holidays, peak demand, additional-document requests and individual circumstances can change the outcome. Avoid non-refundable travel commitments until you understand the relevant entry rules. Keep copies of submitted documents and the approval notice accessible during check-in and arrival. This directory is a starting point for research, not legal advice or a substitute for an official decision.
Visa questions for Bangladeshi passport holders
Which countries offer Visa on Arrival or Free Visa entry for Bangladeshi passport holders?
Bangladeshi citizens can obtain a free 30-day SAARC gratis Visa on Arrival in Nepal for their first visit of each calendar year. Other destinations like the Maldives, Seychelles, and Bolivia provide Visa on Arrival or entry permits, while Kenya and Sri Lanka offer straightforward online eVisa/eTA facilities.
What is the standard bank balance requirement for tourist visa applications from Bangladesh?
There is no universal balance requirement; it varies by destination, visa category, and mission. The Royal Thai Embassy Dhaka's public Tourist Visa TR checklist, last updated November 30, 2022, lists BDT 60,000 per person or BDT 120,000 per family with six-month statements and a solvency certificate, while the general Thai e-Visa page may show different financial evidence. Check the live, destination-specific portal before applying.
How long before travel should Bangladeshi citizens apply for a tourist visa?
Apply well ahead of departure and use the current portal and mission instructions for timing. Thai e-Visa decisions and processing times are not guaranteed and may vary by application; use the live portal and mission notices for current guidance.
Can first-time Bangladeshi international travelers easily get tourist visas for Nepal and Thailand?
Nepal may offer eligible Bangladeshi travelers a first-entry SAARC gratis visa on arrival under current rules. Thailand requires an advance Tourist e-Visa application; follow the live Dhaka mission checklist, submit genuine supporting documents, and remember that approval is never guaranteed.