Bangladesh visa requirements for South Africans

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for South Africans visiting Bangladesh

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Bangladeshi Visa.

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months after return date.
  • One copy of duly completed visa application form which has been signed where necessary.
  • One recent passport photograph taken with a white background and follows the photo specification for a visa application.
  • Proof of accommodation for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Bank statement spanning 3 months prior to the period of application. The bank statement should show proof of available funds to cover travel expenses.
  • Valid travel insurance.
  • A detailed travel itinerary.
  • Return and onward tickets.

Bangladesh Visa for South Africans

Facts about Bangladesh

Bangladesh offers tourists a lot of tourist attraction with a wide range of activities. Tourist attractions include historical monuments, resorts, beaches, picnic spots and various species of wildlife. Fun activities include angling, water skiing, river cruising, rowing, hiking, and sea bathing. The Cox Bazar beach resort is a particular tourist destination in Bangladesh. The beach is a contender for the title of longest unbroken beach in the world.
 
The number of tourist visits in Bangladesh last year was estimated to be a total of 620,000. This was a massive increase from the number posted the previous year. For the next year, the government has set a target of welcoming one million tourists to the country.
 
If you are in possession of more than $5,000 or its equivalent on entry to Bangladesh, you are required to declare. You cannot leave the country with more than the amount of USD you took in with you and you cannot leave the country with 5,000 Bangladeshi takas. Avoid taking photographs of military and government buildings.

A copy of the biodata page of your passport should be with you at all time. This will be used as a means of identification whenever random checks are carried out by the authorities.

Types of Bangladesh Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 4 - 5 days 60 days
Business visa 4 - 5 days 60 days

General Requirements for Bangladesh Visa

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months after return date.
  • One copy of duly completed visa application form which has been signed where necessary.
  • One recent passport photograph taken with a white background and follows the photo specification for a visa application.
  • Proof of accommodation for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Bank statement spanning 3 months prior to the period of application. The bank statement should show proof of available funds to cover travel expenses.
  • Valid travel insurance.
  • A detailed travel itinerary.
  • Return and onward tickets.
Bangladesh Tourist visa Bangladesh Business visa

Bangladesh Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • The tourist visa is for foreigners visiting Bangladesh with the intention of sightseeing, recreational and relaxation purposes.
  • If you want to visit friends and relatives, you can do so with this visa.
  • Letter of invitation from your host should be provided if the purpose of visiting the country if to meet up with friends or relatives. The letter should include the home address and a valid means of identification of the host.
  • Children under the age of 18 years should provide the original copy of their birth certificate. If minors are not traveling with their parents a letter of consent which is signed by both parents should be provided.
  • Ensure you have a photocopy of all original documents as the embassy will not return the original copies unless copies are provided.
  • Receipt of paid visa application fee is required.
  • You are required to obey all the rules of your visa.
  • You are required to have a certificate of yellow fever vaccination.
  • Travelers are advised to be vaccinated against tetanus, malaria, typhoid and polio.
  • Before the expiry of your visa, you can apply for an extension.
  • The visa has a validity of 60 days.

Bangladesh Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Foreigners applying for this visa must be business people who are intend to carry out business activities during their time in the country.
  • During your time in Bangladesh, you can negotiate and sign contracts.
  • Holders of this visa are free to attend conferences, business summits and trade fairs while in the country.
  • An invitation letter from the company you are visiting in Bangladesh is required. The letter should have the address of the company you are visiting, duration and purpose of your visit in the country.
  • If the company you are meeting with is responsible for handling your expenses in the country, it should be clearly stated in the letter.
  • Letter from your current employer with original company letterhead stating that he is aware of your business leave, position held in the company and the exact dates of leave granted.
  • If you are less than 18 years, you should have the original copy of your birth certificate.
  • Yellow fever vaccination is required.
  • Copies of the original documents should be made as the embassy will not return the original copies unless copies are provided.
  • You are prohibited from being employed or being enrolled to one of the institutions in the country.
  • The visa is valid for 60 days.

Bangladesh Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

160.00 (USD)

Business visa

160.00 (USD)

Bangladesh Visa Application Centres & Embassies in South Africa

Location

Address

Pretoria

410 Farenden Street, Sunnyside, Pretoria, South Africa.

mission.pretoria@mofa.gov.bd

+27 12 343 2105, +27 12 343 2107

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I fill in my application form in a language other than English??

No, you can only fill in your application in English.

I made a mistake on one of my answers, can I change it??

If you didn’t submit your application finally, you can change it. You cannot change it after submitting the application finally.

Can I get a refund of my visa application fees??

No, you cannot get a refund for your visa application fees.

What does the Bangladeshi flag mean??
The Bengladeshi flag is a rendition of a red disk on a green field. The bottle-green colour is the emblem of the widespread greenery of the country and the reddish circle in the midst is the rising over the country also symbolizing bloodshed of the martyr’s in ’71 liberation war.
Can I go to Bangladesh without a passport??

No, having a valid passport is one of the requirements of obtaining a visa to Bangladesh.

Hy ...is it possible to apply for Tourist visa n get it within a week plz help?
Hy ...is it possible to apply for Tourist visa n get it within a week plz help......or can I get visa on arrival at Bangladesh for me and my kids?
Hy is Bangladesh tourist is open already or not?
Hy is Bangladesh tourist visa is open already or not?
How can I do my Bangladesh visa online without going to a consulate?