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

Citizens of Belgium 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
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Processing time:** On arrival

## How to apply

1. **Prepare required documents** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months, and gather onward ticket, photograph, and funds.
2. **Travel to arrival port in Bangladesh** — Arrive at an international airport or land border where VOA is available.
3. **Proceed to VOA counter** — Find the Visa on Arrival counter in the immigration area.
4. **Complete application form (if needed)** — Fill out the short arrival form provided at the counter.
5. **Submit documents and pay fee** — Hand over passport, photo, and pay the visa fee (typically cash in USD or local currency).
6. **Receive visa sticker and proceed to immigration** — Once approved, visa sticker is affixed; then pass through immigration control.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of arrival.
- **Visa application form (if applicable)** (Supporting, optional): May be required on arrival; often not needed for VOA.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of onward travel within 30 days.
- **Passport-sized photograph** (Identity): Typically two recent color photos.
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statement or cash equivalent.
- **Hotel booking or proof of accommodation** (Travel, optional): Recommended but not always enforced.
- **Travel insurance** (Supporting, optional): Not mandatory but recommended.

## Good to know

- Belgian citizens can obtain a 30-day Visa on Arrival at major airports (Dhaka, Chittagong, Sylhet) and some land borders.
- Fee is typically around $50–$51 USD (subject to change).
- Visa on Arrival may be refused if purpose of visit is unclear or documents incomplete.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay.
- **No onward ticket** — Carry a printed return or onward ticket within 30 days.
- **Insufficient funds** — Carry cash or bank statement showing adequate funds.
- **Criminal record or security concerns** — Be honest and have no adverse immigration history.

## FAQs

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

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

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Passport; Return or onward ticket; Passport-sized photograph; Proof of sufficient funds; Visa application form (if applicable); Hotel booking or proof of accommodation; and 1 more depending on your situation.

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