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title: Bangladesh visa for citizens of Bahrain
description: "Citizens of Bahrain can get a visa on arrival in Bangladesh. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $51. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Bangladesh visa for citizens of Bahrain

Citizens of Bahrain can get a visa on arrival in Bangladesh.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days)
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Government fee:** $51
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Sufficient funds for stay (e.g., USD 500 or equivalent)

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at a designated port of entry** — Visa on arrival is available at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, Dhaka, and major land ports like Benapole and Akhaura.
2. **Fill out arrival card and visa application form** — Complete the immigration arrival card and the visa-on-arrival form provided on arrival.
3. **Submit documents at the VOA counter** — Present your passport, photo, onward ticket, and proof of funds to the immigration officer.
4. **Pay visa fee** — Pay USD 51 in cash (or equivalent in local currency) at the designated counter.
5. **Receive visa sticker and proceed to immigration** — The officer stamps the visa into your passport, valid for up to 30 days single entry.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival date.
- **Completed arrival card** (Travel): Provided on board or at immigration.
- **Passport-size photographs** (Identity): One recent photo (35x45mm) for visa sticker.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Bangladesh within 30 days.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Supporting, optional): Hotel booking or invitation letter from host.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Cash, travelers cheques, or bank statement showing at least USD 500.
- **Visa fee payment** (Financial): USD 51 (or equivalent in Bangladeshi Taka) paid at counter.

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** USD 500
- Cash
- Traveler's cheques
- Bank statement
- Credit card with sufficient limit

Proof should be clearly available on arrival.

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival is only available for certain purposes like tourism, business, or transit; long-term stays require a prior visa.
- Not all nationalities are eligible for VOA; Bahrain passport holders are eligible.
- The visa cannot be extended beyond 30 days; overstay penalties apply (approximately Tk 200 per day).

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months from arrival.
- **Lack of onward/return ticket** — Have a confirmed onward or return ticket before arrival.
- **Inadequate funds** — Carry sufficient cash or proof of funds (recommended USD 500 minimum).
- **Criminal record or prior immigration violations** — Check eligibility with the nearest Bangladeshi mission beforehand.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Bahrain need a visa for Bangladesh?

Citizens of Bahrain can get a visa on arrival in Bangladesh. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days).

### How long can citizens of Bahrain stay in Bangladesh?

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Bangladesh visa cost for citizens of Bahrain?

Government fee: $51.

### What documents do citizens of Bahrain need for Bangladesh?

Valid passport; Completed arrival card; Passport-size photographs; Return or onward ticket; Proof of sufficient funds; Visa fee payment; and 1 more depending on your situation.

### How long must my passport be valid for Bangladesh?

At least 6 months.

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- [Bangladesh visa for every passport](/visa/bangladesh)
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