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title: Bangladesh visa for citizens of France
description: "Citizens of France can get a visa on arrival in Bangladesh. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $50. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Bangladesh visa for citizens of France

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

*Verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival · Tourist
- **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:** $50
- **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 (bank statement or cash) may be requested.

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at designated airport** — Visa on Arrival is available at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) in Dhaka and other major airports.
2. **Proceed to Visa on Arrival counter** — Locate the counter before immigration; fill out the visa application form provided.
3. **Submit documents and pay fee** — Hand over passport, photos, and onward ticket; pay the visa fee (approx. USD 50).
4. **Receive visa and proceed to immigration** — Officer issues visa sticker or stamp; then go to immigration for entry.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport** (Identity): Valid for at least 6 months from arrival date.
- **Passport-size photographs** (Identity): Two recent color photographs, 45mm x 35mm.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Confirmed flight booking out of Bangladesh.
- **Visa fee payment** (Financial): Usually USD 50 (cash or credit card accepted at counter).
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): Bank statement or cash may be requested by immigration officer.
- **Hotel reservation or invitation letter** (Travel, optional): May help support purpose of visit.

## Proof of funds

- bank statement
- cash

Sufficient funds may be requested at discretion of immigration officer.

## Good to know

- Visa on Arrival is only granted at certain airports; pre-arrival confirmation recommended.
- Ensure passport has at least 6 months validity.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient travel document validity** — Check passport validity is at least 6 months before travel.
- **Incomplete documentation (e.g., no onward ticket)** — Carry a printed return or onward flight booking.
- **Failure to pay visa fee in acceptable currency** — Carry USD cash or a credit card accepted at the counter.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of France can get a visa on arrival in Bangladesh. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist.

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

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $50.

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

Passport; Passport-size photographs; Return or onward ticket; Visa fee payment; Proof of sufficient funds; Hotel reservation or invitation letter.

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

At least 6 months.

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