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title: Bangladesh visa for citizens of the United States
description: "Citizens of the United States 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 the United States

Citizens of the United States 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:** Proof of sufficient funds (cash, credit card, or bank statement) may be requested.

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at designated VOA counter** — Proceed to the Visa on Arrival counter at Dhaka, Chittagong, or Sylhet international airport after landing.
2. **Submit documents** — Hand over passport, completed arrival card, passport photos, and onward ticket to the immigration officer.
3. **Pay visa fee in cash** — Pay the visa fee in US dollars (cash) at the counter; receive a receipt.
4. **Receive visa sticker** — Officer affixes the visa sticker in your passport and stamps entry.
5. **Proceed to immigration check** — Present passport with visa to immigration officer for final clearance.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must have at least 6 months validity and at least one blank visa page.
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Confirmed airline ticket leaving Bangladesh within allowed stay.
- **Hotel booking or accommodation proof** (Travel): Reservation confirmation for the duration of stay.
- **Visa fee in cash (USD)** (Supporting): Fee is typically $50 for tourist visa on arrival; exact amount may vary.
- **Passport-size photographs** (Identity): Usually 2 recent color photos (35mm x 45mm).
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial, optional): May be requested – cash, credit card, or bank statement.

## Proof of funds

- Cash
- Credit card
- Bank statement

Immigration may ask to see proof of at least $500 or equivalent for the duration of stay.

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival is only available at Dhaka, Chittagong, and Sylhet international airports; pre-arranged visa required for land borders and seaports.
- Bangladeshi-American citizens and their spouse/children with a certificate do not need a visa – they are visa-free.
- Overstaying the 30-day validity can result in fines and future visa denial.
- Visa on arrival may be refused if the traveler has a history of overstay or criminal record.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival.
- **Lack of onward/return ticket** — Always have a confirmed onward or return ticket before traveling.
- **Insufficient funds for stay** — Carry enough cash (USD) or have a credit card with sufficient limit.
- **Previous overstay or immigration violation** — Respect all previous visa conditions and departure dates.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the United States need a visa for Bangladesh?

Citizens of the United States can get a visa on arrival in Bangladesh. Visa type: Visa on Arrival (Tourist).

### How long can citizens of the United States stay in Bangladesh?

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $50.

### What documents do citizens of the United States need for Bangladesh?

Valid passport; Return or onward ticket; Hotel booking or accommodation proof; Visa fee in cash (USD); Passport-size photographs; Proof of sufficient funds.

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

At least 6 months.

## More

- [Bangladesh visa for every passport](/visa/bangladesh)
- [Every destination for United States passport holders](/visa/passport/united-states)