Travel advisory · BangladeshSome governments advise against travel to parts of Bangladesh.The warnings cover only these areas: Chittagong Hill Tracts, Myanmar border zones, Saint Martin's Island.Advice depends on your passport. Read your own government's advice before you book.Official advice

Areas with warnings

Chittagong Hill Tracts · avoid all travel · Canada, Spain, France, Italy, New Zealand, UK, US
Myanmar border zones · avoid all travel · Germany, Spain, France, Italy, US
Saint Martin's Island · avoid all travel · Spain, France

Also named by one government: Refugee camps near Cox's Bazar (US)

Government	Advice	Updated	Read the advice
United Kingdom (FCDO)	No advice against the whole country; advice against all but essential travel to parts of Bangladesh (regional advisories)	–	Read the advice
United States (State Dept)	Exercise increased caution (regional advisories)	Jul 30, 2026	Read the advice
Canada (Global Affairs)	Exercise a high degree of caution (regional advisories)	–	Read the advice
Germany (Auswärtiges Amt)	No advice against the whole country (regional advisories)	Oct 13, 2026	Read the advice
New Zealand (SafeTravel)	Exercise increased caution overall (regional advisories)	–	Read the advice
France (Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs)	Tout déplacement déconseillé sauf raison impérative	–	Read the advice

Checked daily from the governments' published advice; last checked Nov 2, 2026. RoamLedger summarises official advice; it is not advice from any government.

Asia

Bangladesh

Bangladesh is a river delta country where the Sundarbans mangrove forest and Mughal-era Dhaka are the main reasons to go.

Start with the essentials Plan a trip to Bangladesh

Bangladesh is a South Asian country on the Bay of Bengal, surrounded almost entirely by India, with a small border with Myanmar in the southeast. Dhaka is the capital and largest city. Chittagong, the second-largest city, is the busiest port. The country is called the Land of Rivers because the Ganges, Brahmaputra and Meghna form a vast delta, and most of its land lies less than 12 metres above sea level.

A major draw is the Sundarbans, the world's largest mangrove forest, which covers about 6,000 square kilometres in the southwest and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Boat trips into the mangroves are the usual way to look for Bengal tigers and saltwater crocodiles. Dhaka adds Mughal-era sites such as Lalbagh Fort and Bara Katra, along with crafts such as Jamdani muslin and Nakshi Kantha embroidery. The mild winter from October to March is generally the most comfortable season. Check weather warnings before traveling to coastal areas, because floods and cyclones occur almost every year.

Five things to know before Bangladesh

Get a visa before you fly if you can
US, Canadian, Australian and European passports are listed for a visa on arrival of up to 30 days, but it is granted at the officer's discretion. A visa from an embassy before travel avoids the risk of refusal at the airport. Visas and entry
Pre-register for the visa on arrival online
Eligible visitors can pre-register their visa on arrival online on the Special Branch portal before they travel. Electronic arrival and departure forms may also be required. Special Branch portal
Book the Sundarbans as a licensed boat trip
Visitors enter the mangrove forest with a Forest Department permit and an armed guard, arranged through licensed boat operators from Khulna or Mongla. Most trips run two or three nights.
Allow extra time for every road journey
Dhaka traffic can turn a short drive into hours. Trains to Sreemangal and Chittagong and domestic flights to Cox's Bazar avoid the worst of it. Getting around
Dress conservatively and plan around Ramadan
Loose clothing covering shoulders and legs is expected outside hotels. During Ramadan many restaurants close by day; the dates move earlier each year.

Bangladesh travel guides

Practical guides from writers who live there.

Visas and entry

Embassy visas, visa on arrival and the online arrival form.

Read the guide Getting around

Trains, river launches and domestic flights.

Read the guide Money and costs

Taka, ATMs in cities and cash for the countryside.

Read the guide Travel insurance

Medical cover and what to check for river trips.

Read the guide Phones and eSIM

Local SIM registration and data coverage.

Read the guide

Top places to visit in Bangladesh

See all attractions in Bangladesh

Historic site · DhakaBara Katra

beige concrete structure near grass field

Church · DhakaArmenian Church Dhaka

Museum · DhakaLiberation War Museum

a large building with a long pool in front of it

Historic site · DhakaLalbagh FortThe fort opens in the afternoon and is closed on Sundays, so plan it as an afternoon stop.

Destinations in Bangladesh

city buildings under white clouds and blue sky during daytime

CityDhakaExplore

What a day costs in Bangladesh

Per person, in BDT

Work out your trip

BudgetBDT 2,250a day≈ $18 · per person

Hostel beds, cheap eats, buses and free sights.

Bed a night: BDT 1,500
Food: BDT 600
Transport: BDT 150
Sights: Free

Mid-rangeBDT 6,700a day≈ $54 · per person

A 3-star room, casual restaurants, public transport and one paid sight a day.

Bed a night: BDT 4,000
Food: BDT 1,800
Transport: BDT 700
Sights: BDT 200

ComfortBDT 20,000a day≈ $161 · per person

A 4-star room, good restaurants, taxis and a guided tour.

Bed a night: BDT 8,000
Food: BDT 4,500
Transport: BDT 2,500
Sights: BDT 5,000

Checked Oct 3, 2026 by Priya RamanA source for every line on the trip cost page. Flights not included. Rates By Exchange Rate APIWork out your trip

When to go

Rainy days
Days with storms

Best

JanuaryClear1 rainy dayHigh26°Low15°Dry, cool
FebruaryClear3 rainy daysHigh29°Low17°Dry, warm
MarchClear8 rainy daysHigh33°Low21°Hot
AprilRain13 rainy daysHigh35°Low25°Hot, storms
MayRain22 rainy daysHigh34°Low26°Cyclone risk
JuneRain27 rainy days1 day with stormsHigh33°Low27°Monsoon
JulyRain28 rainy days1 day with stormsHigh32°Low27°Monsoon
AugustRain28 rainy daysHigh32°Low27°Monsoon
SeptemberRain26 rainy daysHigh32°Low27°Wet
OctoberRain15 rainy daysHigh32°Low25°Rains ease
NovemberClear2 rainy daysHigh30°Low20°Dry, clear
DecemberClear2 rainy daysHigh27°Low17°Dry, cool

Average daily high and low in Dhaka, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.

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Right now in Bangladesh

Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.

Feels like: 29°
Humidity: 65%
Wind: 5 km/h
Chance of rain: 6%

Bangladesh

02:36 AM

Tuesday, November 3

GMT+6

Today31°25°6%Tuesday: Drizzle. High 31°, Low 25°. Chance of rain 6%.
Wed30°22°0%Wednesday: Cloudy. High 30°, Low 22°. Chance of rain 0%.
Thu30°22°0%Thursday: Cloudy. High 30°, Low 22°. Chance of rain 0%.
Fri30°21°0%Friday: Clear. High 30°, Low 21°. Chance of rain 0%.
Sat30°20°0%Saturday: Clear. High 30°, Low 20°. Chance of rain 0%.
Sun31°20°2%Sunday: Clear. High 31°, Low 20°. Chance of rain 2%.
Mon32°21°16%Monday: Clear. High 32°, Low 21°. Chance of rain 16%.

Updated 10:23 PM local time · Powered by WeatherAPI.com · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com

Money

Mid-market rate1 USD = 124 BDT

Amount

Converted to

BDT · Bangladeshi Taka

Rates from Nov 2, 2026 · Rates By Exchange Rate API

What's on in Bangladesh

Big events, festivals and concert tours

Events calendar

a group of small candles sitting on top of a table

NovemberDiwaliNov 6 – 10, 2026

people walking on bridge over river during daytime

NovemberPushkar Camel FairNov 17 – 25, 2026

NovemberLoy Krathong and Yi PengNov 24 – 26, 2026

Before you go to Bangladesh

Travel insuranceMedical cover and evacuationRead the guide eSIM for BangladeshData from landingRead the guide Visa before travelSafer than visa on arrivalRead the guide

Rules for Bangladesh, checked

A visa is required; eligible passports can get a visa on arrival of up to 30 days at an officer's discretion, and can pre-register onlineChecked Oct 1, 2026 · Read more

Bangladesh FAQ

Can I get a visa on arrival in Bangladesh?

US, Canadian, Australian and European passports are listed as eligible for a visa on arrival of up to 30 days, but it is granted at the officer's discretion. A visa from an embassy before you travel is the safer option.

When is the best time to visit Bangladesh?

November to February, when it is dry and mild. The monsoon from June to September floods large areas, and April to May brings heat and cyclone risk on the coast.

How do I visit the Sundarbans?

On a licensed boat trip, usually two or three nights from Khulna or Mongla. The operator arranges the forest permit and the guard that travels with every group.

Is Bangladesh easy to travel independently?

It is possible but tiring. Trains and river launches are cheap and interesting, but road travel is slow, few people outside cities speak English, and tourist infrastructure is thin.

What should I wear in Bangladesh?

Loose, modest clothes covering shoulders and legs. Women may want a scarf for mosques and rural areas.