Benin passport → Bangladesh

Bangladesh visa for citizens of Benin

Pre-approval + VOAVisa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days)

Citizens of Benin need pre-approval online, then collect a visa on arrival in Bangladesh.

Not yet cross-checked · Last checked 2026-06-25. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.

Key facts

Entry route	Pre-approval + VOA · Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days)
How to apply	Approve online, collect at arrival
Maximum stay	Up to 30 days
Visa validity	30 days
Entries	Single entry
Processing time	On arrival
Government fee	$50
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required

How to apply

1
Register on VOA portal
Sign up with valid email and password at voa.specialbranch.gov.bd
2
Activate account
Click the activation link sent to your email
3
Sign in and start application
Log in and click 'Apply for VoA'
4
Fill traveler information
Provide all details exactly as in passport
5
Upload required documents
Upload photo, bio-page, and invitation letter if applicable
6
Submit application
Review and submit; note the tracking ID
7
Print acknowledgement receipt
Download and print the acknowledgement receipt from portal or email
8
Arrive at Dhaka airport
Follow signs to Visa on Arrival area near arrivals
9
Pay visa fee at Sonali Bank
Pay $50 USD (cash only) and obtain receipt
10
Receive visa and proceed to immigration
Present acknowledgement receipt and bank receipt at VOA counter; get visa stamped; then go to immigration

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport (bio-page)
Upload bio-page in jpeg/jpg/png/pdf, max 5MB
Passport-size photo
Full-frontal facial clear image, jpeg/jpg/png, max 5MB

Travel

Acknowledgement receipt
Printed from portal after online submission

Financial

Visa fee receipt
Obtained from Sonali Bank counter at airport after paying $50 USD

Supporting

Invitation letter
Optional
Required for business/investment VOA; from concern authority

Good to know

Visa on Arrival issuance is at the discretion of immigration officer; advance visa recommended.
Overstay fine: 200 BDT/day for first 15 days, then 500 BDT/day.

Common refusal reasons

Incomplete or incorrect documentation

Ensure all uploaded documents are clear and match passport details

Not meeting eligibility criteria

Check country eligibility list before travel

Suspected overstay or previous violations

Comply with visa conditions on previous visits

FAQ

Do citizens of Benin need a visa for Bangladesh?

Citizens of Benin need pre-approval online, then collect a visa on arrival in Bangladesh. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days).

How long can citizens of Benin stay in Bangladesh?

Up to 30 days.

How much does the Bangladesh visa cost for citizens of Benin?

Government fee: $50.

What documents do citizens of Benin need for Bangladesh?

Valid passport (bio-page); Passport-size photo; Acknowledgement receipt; Visa fee receipt; Invitation letter.

Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://voa.specialbranch.gov.bd

Sources

Visa-on-Arrival in Bangladesh - voa.specialbranch.gov.bd
Visas for Bangladesh - U.S. Embassy in Bangladesh
Visa on Arrival Bangladesh - How It Works (2026 Guide) (asocialnomad.com, third-party site)
voa.specialbranch.gov.bd

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