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Bangladesh Visa for Germany Citizens 2026

Visa on Arrival

German citizens can obtain a visa on arrival in Bangladesh at Dhaka's Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport for a 30-day single-entry tourist visa, fee around USD 51, processed within 30-60 minutes.

Guide last updated September 8, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry, with at least 2 blank pages
  • Completed arrival card (available on arrival or downloadable in advance)
  • Two passport-size photos (35x45mm, white background) recommended as backup, though the digital photo is often taken on-site
  • Return or onward ticket
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking) or invitation letter
  • Proof of sufficient funds (cash or bank statement) may be requested
  • Biometrics: fingerprints and photo taken at the visa-on-arrival counter

Visa types

  • Tourist visa on arrival: single entry, 30 days validity, fee around USD 51
  • Business visa on arrival: for those with a business invitation letter, similar validity and fee, sometimes multiple entry
  • Ordinary tourist e-visa/sticker visa: alternative option applied for in advance through the Bangladesh Embassy in Berlin
  • Diplomatic/official visa: separate category for official travelers, not applicable to most tourists

Visa on arrival

  • Available at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (Dhaka), and other designated ports for eligible nationalities including Germany
  • Steps: fill in the arrival form, proceed to the visa-on-arrival counter, submit passport, photo, and pay the fee, then proceed to immigration for stamping
  • Fee: approximately USD 51, payable in USD cash (exact change recommended) or occasionally by card
  • Processing time: typically 30-60 minutes depending on airport traffic
  • Queue tips: arrive prepared with exact USD cash and printed hotel booking to speed up the process; queues can be long on flights arriving with several visa-on-arrival passengers

Fees & processing time

  • Standard visa-on-arrival fee: approximately USD 51 for a 30-day single-entry tourist visa
  • No separate VFS/BLS fee for the on-arrival process
  • Standard processing: 30-60 minutes at the airport counter
  • Advance sticker visa via embassy (alternative): processing time around 5-10 working days
  • No official express fee for visa on arrival, since it is already same-day

Tips for Germany travelers

  • Carry exact USD cash for the fee, as change may not always be readily available at the counter
  • Common rejection reason: lack of proof of accommodation or return ticket, so keep printed copies handy
  • Business travelers should carry an invitation letter from the Bangladeshi host company to avoid delays
  • Extensions beyond 30 days can be requested at the Department of Immigration and Passports in Dhaka, though approval is not guaranteed
  • Consider applying for the visa in advance at the Bangladesh Embassy in Berlin if traveling during peak season to avoid long arrival queues

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.