Visa-Free Countries for Bangladesh Passport Holders
Reviewed May 2026 · Henley Passport Index rank ~95 · around 37–42 easy-access destinations
The Bangladeshi passport reaches roughly 37–42 destinations without a prior embassy visa through visa-free entry, visa on arrival, and eTA. Access is spread across the Caribbean, the Pacific, parts of Africa, and a few Asian destinations — Nepal is the standout visa-free option in Asia.
Bangladesh has climbed several places on the Henley Passport Index recently. The lists below reflect a review of recent data in early 2026; confirm each destination before booking.
Always verify before you book. Visa rules change frequently and can differ by purpose of travel, length of stay, and entry point. Treat this as a starting point, then confirm the current requirement with the official source — for Bangladesh, the Department of Immigration & Passports, Bangladesh — or the destination country’s embassy, before you travel.
Visa-Free Countries
Enter with just your passport — no application, no fee, no arrival paperwork beyond the usual landing card.
Asia & Pacific
- Nepal
- Cook Islands
- Fiji
- Kiribati
- Micronesia
- Vanuatu
Americas & Caribbean
- Barbados
- British Virgin Islands
- Dominica
- Haiti
- Jamaica
- Montserrat
- St. Vincent and the Grenadines
- The Bahamas
- Trinidad and Tobago
Africa
- Rwanda
- The Gambia
Visa-on-Arrival Countries
No advance application — you obtain (and usually pay for) the visa at the airport or border on arrival. Carry a return ticket, accommodation proof, and funds.
Asia & Pacific
- Bhutan
- Cambodia
- Maldives
- Timor-Leste
- Niue
- Palau
- Samoa
- Tuvalu
Africa
- Burundi
- Cape Verde
- Comoros
- Djibouti
- Guinea-Bissau
- Madagascar
- Mozambique
- Sierra Leone
eVisa / eTA Countries
Apply online before you travel and receive an electronic approval by email — usually within hours to a few days.
Asia & Pacific
- Sri Lanka (eTA)
Africa
- Kenya (eTA)
- Seychelles
Americas & Caribbean
- St. Kitts and Nevis (eTA)
Entry currently not permitted
At the time of review, Bangladesh passport holders were not admitted to: Libya, Sudan. These restrictions can change with diplomatic relations — verify before any travel involving these countries.
Transit Requirements
Airside transit through Gulf and Southeast Asian hubs is often possible without a transit visa; confirm with your airline if your itinerary requires changing terminals or collecting baggage.
A valid US, UK, or Schengen visa or residence permit can ease entry and transit in several additional countries.
Planning a trip? Check the flight time and nearest airport for your route, and compare distances between cities while you map out connections.
Travel Tips for Bangladeshi Passport Holders
- Nepal is the easiest Asian getaway — visa-free for Bangladeshi citizens.
- The Caribbean offers the widest choice of fully visa-free destinations.
- Apply for eTAs (Kenya, Sri Lanka, Seychelles, St. Kitts) a few days before you fly, and carry the approval.
Popular destinations
Bangladesh Passport — Frequently Asked Questions
Bangladeshi passport holders can reach roughly 37–42 destinations without a prior embassy visa when combining visa-free, visa-on-arrival, and eTA options. The exact figure varies by source. Always confirm the current rule for your destination.
Last reviewed May 2026 against the Henley Passport Index, national immigration portals, and published visa-requirement tables. Lists highlight popular, well-established destinations and are not exhaustive. Entry decisions always rest with the destination country’s border authorities.