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Bangladesh Visa for France Citizens 2026

Visa on Arrival

French citizens can obtain a 30-day visa on arrival at Dhaka airport for around USD 51, though confirming eligibility with the airline or embassy before departure is strongly advised.

Guide last updated September 22, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry, with at least 2 blank pages
  • Return or onward ticket
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)
  • Passport-sized photo for the on-arrival form
  • Proof of sufficient funds may be requested
  • Travel/health insurance recommended, not mandatory
  • No biometrics required in advance; photo and fingerprints may be taken on arrival

Visa types

  • Visa on arrival (tourist): single-entry, up to 30 days, available to French citizens at Dhaka's Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport
  • Business visa on arrival: requires an invitation letter from a Bangladeshi company, single-entry, up to 30 days
  • For longer stays, work, or study, a visa must be obtained in advance at the Bangladeshi Embassy in Paris

Visa on arrival

  • Available at Dhaka's Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport for eligible categories (tourists with confirmed hotel bookings, business travelers with invitation letters)
  • Strongly recommended to confirm eligibility or obtain prior approval via the Bangladeshi mission or online request before travel, since airlines may otherwise refuse boarding
  • Present passport, return ticket, photo, and accommodation proof at the visa counter before immigration
  • Fee: approx USD 51 (payable in USD, EUR, or GBP cash) for a 30-day single-entry tourist visa
  • Processing at the airport counter: typically 30-60 minutes depending on queue and time of day

Fees & processing time

  • Visa on arrival (tourist, 30 days): approx USD 51, cash payment at the airport counter
  • Advance visa at the Embassy in Paris: similar fee range, processed in 5-10 working days
  • No VFS service fee - visas on arrival are issued directly by Bangladeshi immigration
  • No express option at the airport; processing time depends on counter queue

Tips for France travelers

  • Contact the Bangladeshi Embassy in Paris or your airline before departure to confirm visa-on-arrival eligibility for your trip purpose, since policies can tighten with little notice
  • Carry exact or close-to-exact USD cash for the fee, as change and card payment options at the airport are limited
  • Print your hotel booking confirmation, as officers often ask for it directly
  • Allow extra time after landing, since the visa-on-arrival queue can be slow during peak arrival periods
  • If extending your stay, visit the Department of Immigration and Passports in Dhaka before the 30 days expire

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.