Bangladesh: wat je moet weten voor vertrek
Het belangrijkste
- Complete the arrival/departure registration required for foreign nationals; check the current electronic process.
- Visa on arrival is discretionary; arrange a visa in advance where possible.
- Flooding and cyclones can disrupt travel; Dhaka air quality is especially poor November-March.
Inreis en visa
British citizens need a visa unless their passport has an applicable no-visa-required endorsement. A visa on arrival at Dhaka may be available but is discretionary and generally single-entry for 15-30 days. Carry return travel and proof of funds. Other nationalities should check a Bangladeshi mission. Foreign nationals must complete arrival/departure cards; an official e-arrival portal is available.
Online aankomstformulieren en vergunningen
- Bangladesh E-Arrival Card ↗ optioneel
Before arrival; confirm current submission arrangements with your airline · Foreign nationals must complete arrival/departure cards; confirm whether electronic submission is required.
Geldigheid paspoort: Visa applications: six months from visa issue and two blank pages; confirm with your mission.
Aan de grens kan worden gevraagd naar
- Obtain an entry stamp and retain evidence of permitted stay.
Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: gov.uk ↗, kuwait.mofa.gov.bd ↗, specialbranch.gov.bd ↗, edcard.specialbranch.gov.bd ↗
Geld
Contant en pinnen zijn allebei gangbaar. Kaarten vooral in steden en toeristische plaatsen.
Apple Pay — geen gegevens · Google Pay — geen gegevens
- ATMs are available in most urban areas; fewer are available in rural areas.
- Check international withdrawal fees and card compatibility with your bank.
Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: travel.gc.ca ↗, gov.uk ↗
Regels en verboden
Verboden
- Illegal drugs; severe penalties can include life imprisonment or death.
- Same-sex sexual activity.
Wetten die reizigers onbewust overtreden
- Alcohol is regulated; a permit may be needed to drink in licensed venues.
- Carry copies of your passport photo page and visa.
Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: gov.uk ↗
Cultuur en kleding
Religie: Bangladesh is a majority-Muslim country.
Kleding: Men and women should dress modestly; women should cover shoulders and legs in public.
Etiquette
- Respect Ramadan observance.
- Ask local hosts about restaurant opening hours.
Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: gov.uk ↗
Klimaat
Subtropical monsoon climate: hot, humid pre-monsoon months, rainy June-October and a cooler, drier winter. Flooding and cyclones can interrupt transport.
Per maand
- januari: Jan: Cooler, drier winter
- februari: Feb: Winter; warming gradually
- maart: Mar: Hotter pre-monsoon period
- april: Apr: Hot pre-monsoon conditions
- mei: May: Hot, humid; storm risk
- juni: Jun: Monsoon rain
- juli: Jul: Monsoon rain; flooding risk
- augustus: Aug: Monsoon rain; flooding risk
- september: Sep: Monsoon rain
- oktober: Oct: Monsoon-to-dry-season transition
- november: Nov: Cooler, drier conditions
- december: Dec: Cooler, drier winter
Beste seizoen: Cooler dry months may suit outdoor travel; consider air quality, security and cyclone warnings.
Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: documents1.worldbank.org ↗, travel.gc.ca ↗
Wat mee te nemen
- Passport and visa copies
- Modest lightweight clothing
- Rain protection for monsoon travel
- A suitable adapter
- A well-fitting particulate mask for polluted conditions
Niet meenemen / invoer verboden
- Illegal drugs
- Unregulated alcohol
Praktisch
Stopcontacten: Types A, C, D, G and K; 220V, 50Hz. Check the socket at your accommodation.
Water: Water supplies are not potable; use sealed bottled or properly treated water.
Verkeer: links rijden
Gezondheid: Dhaka air quality is consistently poor and especially hazardous November-March.
Gecontroleerd op 30 oktober 2026 · Bronnen: electricalsafetyfirst.org.uk ↗, travel.gc.ca ↗, travel.state.gov ↗
Inreisregels veranderen. Controleer vóór de reis de website van de ambassade of immigratiedienst van het land.