Last updated April 2026 · Verified against official sources
Bangladesh Visa Cost for Indians 2026, Complete Breakdown
The bangladesh e-visa costs $0, approximately Rs 0 at current exchange rates. That is the complete government fee, paid once at the official portal, the same for single and multiple entry. There are no additional charges on the official site. The confusion about Bangladesh Visa cost almost always comes from agent websites that charge Rs 5,000 to Rs 10,000 for filling a 15-minute form you can complete yourself for Rs 0.
📑 In This Article
- All bangladesh Visa Types and Their Fees
- Full 7-Day Trip Cost from India
- Hidden Costs Most Indians Miss
- 6 Ways to Reduce Your Bangladesh Trip Cost
- Frequently Asked Questions About Cost
- Bangladesh vs Other Southeast Asia Destinations for Indians
- Before You Apply, Final Checklist
- Common Mistakes Bangladesh Travelers Wish They Had Known
- Bangladesh Visa Guide by Departure City
Cost at a Glance
E-Visa Fee
Rs 0
~$0 · Non-refundable
Multiple Entry
Same Price
Always choose this
Via Agent
Rs 5,000+
Rs 3,000 to Rs 8,000 markup, avoidable
Refundable?
No
Non-refundable if rejected
All bangladesh Visa Types and Their Fees
| Visa Type | Fee | Processing | Stay | Who Needs It |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| bangladesh Tourist Visa — Government fee waived for Indians | Rs 0 | 5 to 10 working days standard | 30 days | Indians visiting Bangladesh for tourism, sightseeing, or visiting friends and family |
| Bangladesh Multiple Entry Tourist Visa | Rs 0 | 7 to 14 working days | 30 days | Indians making multiple trips to Bangladesh within 6 months (for business, family, or frequent travel) |
| Pakistan Visit Visa (family/friends) — for Indians | Rs 120 | 4 to 8 weeks (Ministry of Interior clearance required) | 30 days | Indians with family or friends in Pakistan Who Can provide a sponsorship letter with their CNIC (Pakistani national ID). |
| Pakistan Business Visa — for Indians | Rs 120 | 4 to 8 weeks (Ministry of Interior clearance required) | 30 days | Indians traveling for confirmed business meetings with Pakistani companies. Invitation from Pakistani company on letterhead required. |
| Kartarpur Corridor — Indian Sikhs only (no standard visa needed) | Rs 0 | Apply online at prakashpurb550.mha.gov.in | 0 days | Indian Sikh pilgrims wanting to visit Kartarpur Sahib Gurdwara in Pakistan. Separate bilateral arrangement, no standard visa needed. |
Full 7-Day Trip Cost from India
Bangladesh Trip from India — 7-Day Cost Breakdown 2026RangeTypical
Return flights — Kolkata/Delhi to DhakaRs 5,000 to Rs 15,000Rs 9,000
Hotel Dhaka — budget to mid-range, 7 nightsRs 1,200 to Rs 4,000/nightRs 17,500
Food — local Bangladeshi restaurantsRs 300 to Rs 800/dayRs 3,850
Transport Dhaka — rickshaw, CNG auto, UberRs 400 to Rs 800/dayRs 4,200
Cox’s Bazar day trip or stay (if included)Rs 2,000 to Rs 5,000Rs 3,500
Sundarbans boat trip (Khulna departure)Rs 4,000 to Rs 10,000Rs 6,000
Travel insurance, 7 daysRs 600 to Rs 1,200Rs 900
Total for 7 daysRs 17,775 to Rs 60,000Rs 45,775
Hidden Costs Most Indians Miss
Dhaka traffic — budget 3x the time you think
Dhaka has some of the worst traffic congestion in Asia. A 5km journey can take 30 to 90 minutes during peak hours (8 to 10 AM and 5 to 8 PM). Budget significant extra time for all city movement. Rideshare apps (Pathao, Shohoz, Uber) are available and cheap but not faster than traffic. Plan your Dhaka itinerary around traffic — do nearby sites in the morning, far sites midday when traffic briefly eases.
Cox’s Bazar accommodation and season pricing
Cox’s Bazar (121 km unbroken beach, the world’s longest natural beach) is hugely popular for Bangladeshis. During Eid holidays and Bengali New Year (Pohela Boishakh, April 14), hotel prices multiply 3 to 5 times and availability is near zero — book months ahead or avoid these periods. Off-season (June-September, monsoon) is significantly cheaper but the sea is rough. Best for international tourists: November to March. Hotel range: budget BDT 1,000 to BDT 3,000 (Rs 700 to Rs 2,100) per night for decent rooms.
Sundarbans requires organized tour from Khulna or Mongla
The Sundarbans, the world’s largest mangrove forest and home to the Royal Bengal Tiger, requires boat-based organized tours from Khulna or Mongla (southern Bangladesh). Day trips exist but 2 to 3 night boat tours give genuine wildlife viewing. Cost: BDT 15,000 to BDT 40,000 (Rs 10,500 to Rs 28,000) per person for 2 to 3 nights depending on boat quality and group size. Budget separately for the Dhaka to Khulna travel (train BDT 400 to BDT 1,200 or bus).
Bangladesh BDT forex — no ATM guarantee
Bangladesh Taka (BDT) is not readily available in India — exchange at Dhaka airport on arrival. ATMs in Dhaka city accept international cards (Dutch Bangla Bank, BRAC Bank work well) but rural areas and Cox’s Bazar have fewer reliable ATMs for foreign cards. Carry USD 200 to USD 300 cash in addition to cards. Exchange desks in Dhaka’s New Market and Gulshan area offer better rates than airport.
What Agents Are Actually Doing
Every rupee above Rs 0 that a visa agent charges is for filling the same form available at the official portal. There is no special relationship with the Bangladesh government, no faster processing, no reduced rejection risk. Apply at https://visa.gov.bd and save Rs 3,000 to Rs 8,000.
6 Ways to Reduce Your Bangladesh Trip Cost
1
Fly Kolkata to Dhaka — cheapest India-Bangladesh route
Kolkata (Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International) to Dhaka (Hazrat Shahjalal International) is the closest India-Bangladesh air corridor — approximately 45 minutes flying time. Biman Bangladesh Airlines, IndiGo, and SpiceJet operate this route. Return fares start at Rs 4,500 to Rs 8,000 booked ahead. The Maitree Express train also connects Kolkata Chitpur to Dhaka Cantonment (8.5 hours, Rs 1,500 to Rs 2,200 for AC chair) — the most scenic and affordable option if time permits.
2
Take the Maitree Express train — cheapest and most memorable
The Maitree Express runs Kolkata-Dhaka every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday (check current schedule). AC chair class: approximately Rs 1,500 to Rs 2,200. The train crosses the Padma bridge area, passes through Jessore, and arrives at Dhaka Cantonment station. Requires Bangladesh Visa in advance. Book well ahead — popular with both Indian and Bangladeshi travelers. Total journey: approximately 8 to 9 hours. Get your Bangladesh Visa stamped before boarding at the Gede/Benapole land border crossing (the train stops for immigration).
3
Bangladesh Visa fee is waived — only pay service charge
Government visa fee for Indians: waived under the bilateral agreement (confirmed on Bangladesh Visa Application Centre official website). Only the service charge (Rs 825 tourist) is payable at the centre. Any agent charging more than this is adding their own margin. Apply directly at the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi or authorized visa centres.
4
Eat at local Bangladesh restaurants — extraordinary value
Hilsa fish curry, beef bhuna, biriyani, and dal at local restaurants: BDT 80 to BDT 200 per dish (Rs 55 to Rs 140). A full meal at a local Bangladeshi dhaba or restaurant: BDT 150 to BDT 300 (Rs 105 to Rs 210). Restaurant meals for international-standard food in Dhaka’s Gulshan and Banani areas: BDT 600 to BDT 1,500 (Rs 420 to Rs 1,050). Bangladesh is dramatically cheaper than India for food — eating local is excellent and inexpensive.
5
Visit Bagerhat’s 60 Dome Mosque by day trip from Khulna
Bagerhat’s Shait Gumbad Mosque (UNESCO World Heritage Site) is 50 km from Khulna city. The 15th-century mosque with 77 domes is one of the finest pieces of medieval Muslim architecture in South Asia and is massively undervisited by tourists. Bus from Khulna: BDT 80 (Rs 55), 1.5 hours. Entry: free. Combine with the Sundarbans trip in Khulna — saves a separate trip to Bagerhat.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cost
What is the Bangladesh Visa cost in rupees for Indians in 2026?
$0 (approximately Rs 0). Same for single and multiple entry. Paid online at the official portal via international Visa or Mastercard. The fee is non-refundable. Third-party agents charge Rs 3,000 to Rs 8,000 extra for filling the same form, apply directly at https://visa.gov.bd and save that amount.
Is the Bangladesh Visa fee refundable if rejected?
No. The Rs 0 fee is non-refundable whether your application is approved, rejected, or cancelled. You pay the same fee again when reapplying after a rejection. Getting the photo background right (white, not grey) and copying your name exactly from your passport prevents the most common rejection causes.
Does single entry cost less than multiple entry for Bangladesh?
Single entry costs Rs 0 ($0). Multiple entry costs Rs 0 ($0) if a separate type exists. Check the Visa Types table above for the exact fee for each entry type for Bangladesh.
Why do agents charge Rs 5,000+ for Bangladesh visa when it costs Rs 0?
Agents fill the same 15-minute form available at the official portal for Rs 0. Their markup, Rs 3,000 to Rs 8,000, goes entirely as profit. You receive the identical visa in the identical timeframe. Apply at https://visa.gov.bd yourself and keep the difference.
What is the total cost of a Bangladesh trip from India?
For a 7-day trip: visa Rs 0, flights Rs -11,975 to Rs 30,250, hotel Rs 17,500 to Rs 28,000, food and transport Rs 8,400 to Rs 14,000, extras Rs 5,000 to Rs 11,000. Total: Rs 17,775 to Rs 60,000.
Bangladesh vs Other Southeast Asia Destinations for Indians
| Country | Visa for Indians | Fee | Stay | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladesh | Visa required — govt fee waived, service charge Rs 825 | Rs 825 | 30 days stay | Cox’s Bazar, Sundarbans, Dhaka, historical sites |
| Nepal | Completely free, no visa | Rs 0 | 0 days stay | Himalayas, Kathmandu, completely open |
| Bhutan | Entry Permit + SDF Rs 1,200/night | Rs 0 + SDF | 15 days stay | Himalayan kingdom, Tiger’s Nest |
| Sri Lanka | Free ETA | Rs 0 | 30 days stay | Beaches, temples, hill country |
| Myanmar | e-Visa USD 50 | Rs 4,200 | 28 days stay | Bagan, Inle Lake — security advisory |
Before You Apply, Final Checklist
Check These Before Submitting Payment
- Photo background is pure white, verified by zooming into corners. Use remove.bg if any grey. Saves Rs 0 reapplication cost.
- Name copied exactly from passport, full name including middle name, same capitalisation as bio-data page.
- Entry airport matches actual flight, checked against your flight booking or e-ticket, not memory.
- Passport number verified twice, character by character. O vs 0, I vs 1.
- Passport validity at least 6 months beyond entry date, check expiry date now.
- International transactions enabled on your card, in your bank app before opening the form.
- Entry type selected correctly, single or multiple depending on your itinerary. Check fees for each in the visa types table.
- Applying at least 14 days before travel, enough buffer for any rejection and reapplication.
Common Mistakes Bangladesh Travelers Wish They Had Known
Booking non-refundable flights before getting visa approval. The e-visa takes 5 to 10 working days standard but can extend during Vietnamese public holidays. Always wait for the approval email before booking flights you cannot cancel.
Using a travel agent for the e-visa. Agents in India charge Rs 3,000 to Rs 8,000 to fill a 15-minute form available at the official portal for Rs 0. The visa you receive is identical. Apply at https://visa.gov.bd directly.
Printing only one copy of the approval letter. You need it at two points: the check-in counter at the Indian airport, and Bangladesh immigration on arrival. Print two copies and carry both.
Arriving at the airport with only a phone screen. Some immigration counters in Bangladesh do not accept phone screens. Physical printed copies are always accepted. Print before you leave home.
Choosing the wrong entry type. Single entry (Rs 0) is right for a Vietnam-only trip. Multiple entry (check visa types table for Bangladesh fee) is needed if you plan to exit to Cambodia or Laos and return. Confirm which you need before paying.
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Full Bangladesh Visa Guide
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Apply for Bangladesh Visa
Cost: Rs 0. Processing: 5 to 10 working days standard. Apply at least 2 weeks before travel.
Official portal: https://visa.gov.bd
Updated April 2026. For information only. Verify at official sources before booking travel.
📅 Last updated: June 3, 2026