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Vietnam to Bangladesh visa requirements

Q: How do I apply for a Bangladesh tourist visa from Vietnam?

Complete the online application on the Bangladesh MRV portal (visa.gov.bd), print the bar-coded form, and submit it with your passport, photos, flight itinerary and accommodation proof to the Bangladesh High Commission/Embassy accredited to Vietnam, along with the fee.

Q: How much does the visa cost?

Bangladesh visa fees are reciprocity-based and vary by nationality, commonly in the USD 50-160 range plus a service charge. Confirm the exact amount with the Bangladesh mission before applying.

Q: How long does processing take?

Processing usually takes around 7 working days, but you should allow up to roughly 2 weeks. Apply well ahead of your travel date.

Q: Does the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS apply to Bangladesh?

No. Bangladesh is not in the Schengen area, so Schengen short-stay rules and ETIAS do not apply to a trip to Bangladesh.

Yes, a Vietnamese ordinary passport holder needs a visa before traveling to Bangladesh. Vietnam is on Bangladesh's "visa required" list and is NOT eligible for visa on arrival, so you must obtain a Machine Readable Visa (MRV) in advance through the Bangladesh online MRV portal and the nearest Bangladesh mission. As of 2026, Bangladesh does not have a visa-waiver or visa-on-arrival arrangement with Vietnam for ordinary passport holders. Vietnamese citizens are listed under "visa required" in Bangladesh's visa policy, and Vietnam is absent from Bangladesh's visa-on-arrival eligibility list (which covers EU states, the US, Canada, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, South Korea and a few others). Travelers must complete the online Machine Readable Visa (MRV) application at visa.gov.bd, print the bar-coded form, and submit it with their passport to the nearest Bangladesh diplomatic mission (the High Commission/Embassy accredited to Vietnam). A tourist (T) visa is typically issued for up to 3 months with single entry; processing usually takes around 7 working days but can run up to about 2 weeks. The visa fee is reciprocity-based and varies by nationality, so applicants should confirm the exact amount with the mission. Bangladesh is not part of the Schengen area, so Schengen 90/180 and ETIAS rules do not apply.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30

For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.

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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30

Visa type

Tourist visa (MRV - Machine Readable Visa, T category) issued in advance by a Bangladesh mission

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days (3 months); extendable up to 1 month at DIP in Dhaka

per entry

Entries

Single entry (multiple-entry available at consular discretion)

from issue date

Visa fee

Reciprocity-based, varies by nationality - confirm with the Bangladesh mission (commonly in the USD 50-160 range plus service charge)

consular fee only

Processing time

Around 7 working days; allow up to ~2 weeks

standard track

Validity

Visa typically valid for entry within 3 months of issue

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm you need a visa

Vietnamese ordinary passport holders are on Bangladesh's visa-required list and cannot use visa on arrival, so plan to apply before you travel.

· Apply before departure

/02

Complete the online MRV form

Fill in the visa application on the official Bangladesh Online MRV Portal at visa.gov.bd and submit it electronically to generate a bar-coded form.

· visa.gov.bd· Tourist (T) category

/03

Print and assemble documents

Print the bar-coded MRV form and gather your passport (6+ months validity, 2 blank pages), photos, flight itinerary and accommodation proof.

· Bar-coded printout required

/04

Submit to the Bangladesh mission

Lodge the application in person or by the mission's accepted channel at the Bangladesh High Commission/Embassy accredited to Vietnam, and pay the visa fee.

· Pay reciprocity fee

/05

Wait for processing

Allow around 7 working days, up to roughly 2 weeks, for the visa to be processed and stamped into your passport.

· ~7 working days

/06

Travel and enter Bangladesh

Enter within the visa's validity window, carry proof of onward travel and accommodation, and stay within the authorized period.

· Carry return ticket

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

Vietnam -> Bangladesh · Tourist visa (MRV - Machine Readable Visa, T category) issued in advance by a Bangladesh mission

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Visa typeTravel date

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RequiredVietnamese passport valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredAt least 2 blank passport pages, undamaged

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredCompleted and printed bar-coded MRV application form

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

required

RequiredRecent passport-size color photographs

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredConfirmed return/onward flight ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking) or invitation letter

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredVisa fee payment (reciprocity-based, paid to mission)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds / recent bank statement

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

recommended

RecommendedTravel/medical insurance for the trip

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

OptionalDay-by-day itinerary for the stay

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

optional

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesVisa policy of Bangladesh - Wikipedia Bangladesh visa requirements for Vietnamese citizens - Sherpa Bangladesh Online MRV Portal (official)

Application link included: Visa policy of Bangladesh - Wikipedia

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist visa (MRV) feeUSD 50-160 (reciprocity-based)Exact amount depends on nationality reciprocity; confirm with the Bangladesh mission accredited to Vietnam

Service / processing chargeUSD 5-20Mission or visa-center handling fee, where applicable

Visa extension (in Bangladesh)VariesOptional up to 1 month at the Department of Immigration and Passports (DIP), Dhaka

Total estimateUSD 50 — USD 180incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard mission processing

~7 working days (up to ~2 weeks)

Submit the bar-coded MRV form and documents to the Bangladesh mission accredited to Vietnam; passport returned with visa stamp.

Extension in Bangladesh

On request at DIP Dhaka

After arrival, a tourist stay can be extended up to 1 month at the Department of Immigration and Passports in Dhaka.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

No visa-waiver agreement

Bangladesh and Vietnam have no bilateral visa-exemption arrangement for ordinary passports, so a visa is mandatory.

High

/02

Not on visa-on-arrival list

Bangladesh's visa-on-arrival facility covers EU states, US, Canada, Japan, Australia, New Zealand and South Korea - Vietnam is not included.

High

/03

Advance application required

Vietnamese travelers must apply through the online MRV portal and a Bangladesh mission before departure.

High

/04

Reciprocity-based fees

Bangladesh sets visa fees by nationality, so the exact cost for Vietnamese applicants must be confirmed with the mission.

Medium

/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01

Immigration

Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.

/02

Customs

Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.

/03

Connectivity

Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.

/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024

2026-05-30 · major

Vietnam to Bangladesh route verified

Confirmed via Bangladesh visa policy and IATA-aligned sources that Vietnamese ordinary passport holders are visa-required and not eligible for visa on arrival; must use the online MRV portal and a Bangladesh mission.

/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can a Vietnamese citizen get a visa on arrival in Bangladesh?—

No. Vietnam is not on Bangladesh's visa-on-arrival eligibility list, which is limited to EU states, the US, Canada, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, South Korea and a few others. Vietnamese ordinary passport holders must obtain a visa before traveling.

How do I apply for a Bangladesh tourist visa from Vietnam?+

How long can I stay in Bangladesh on a tourist visa?+

How much does the visa cost?+

How long does processing take?+

Does the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS apply to Bangladesh?+

/11 — Passport tools