Bangladeshi passport holders can travel to 36 destinations without obtaining a regular embassy visa in advance, according to the Henley Passport Index (July 2026). These destinations include countries offering visa-free entry, visa on arrival (VOA), and electronic travel authorization (ETA).
As of the July 2026 Henley Passport Index, the Bangladesh passport ranks 96th globally, providing access to 36 destinations without the need for a traditional visa before travel.
Bangladesh Passport Ranking in 2026
The Henley Passport Index ranks passports based on the number of destinations their holders can access without obtaining a regular visa beforehand.
- Global Rank: 96th
- Visa-free access: 36 destinations (including Visa-Free, VOA and ETA)
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Visa-Free Countries for Bangladeshi Passport Holders
These destinations allow Bangladeshi citizens to enter without obtaining a visa before departure. Entry conditions and maximum permitted stay vary by country.
- Barbados
- British Virgin Islands
- Cook Islands
- Dominica
- Fiji
- Grenada
- Haiti
- Jamaica
- Kiribati
- Micronesia
- Montserrat
- Rwanda
- St. Vincent and the Grenadines
- The Bahamas
- The Gambia
- Trinidad and Tobago
- Vanuatu
Total Visa-Free Destinations: 17
Countries Offering Visa on Arrival (VOA)
These countries issue a visa after arrival at the airport or border crossing, subject to local immigration requirements.
- Bhutan
- Burundi
- Cambodia
- Cape Verde Islands
- Comoro Islands
- Djibouti
- Guinea-Bissau
- Madagascar
- Maldives
- Nepal
- Niue
- Samoa
- Sierra Leone
- Timor-Leste
- Tuvalu
Total VOA Destinations: 15
Countries Requiring an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)
Some destinations require travelers to obtain an online travel authorization before departure. This is generally faster and simpler than applying for a traditional visa.
- Kenya
- Seychelles
- Sri Lanka
- St. Kitts and Nevis
Total ETA Destinations: 4
Things to Know Before You Travel
Visa-free travel does not guarantee automatic entry. Immigration officers may ask travelers to provide:
- A passport valid for at least six months.
- Proof of onward or return travel.
- Evidence of sufficient funds.
- Hotel bookings or accommodation details.
- Travel insurance where required.
Travel requirements can change at short notice, so visitors should always verify the latest entry rules with the destination country’s official immigration authorities or embassy before making travel plans.