Bangladesh passport → United Arab Emirates
Do Bangladeshi citizens need a visa for the United Arab Emirates?
Bangladeshi passport holders need a visa for the United Arab Emirates, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre.
Sources differ on this route: another dataset lists it as eVisa. Confirm on the official website before you travel.
What this means for your trip
- Book an appointment with the embassy, consulate or its visa centre early. Waits can be long in peak season.
- Typical documents: application form, photos, bank statements, ITR, employment letter, bookings and travel insurance.
- If you already hold certain other visas, a simpler route may apply. Check the section below.
United Arab Emirates at a glance
- Capital
- Abu Dhabi
- Currency
- United Arab Emirates dirham (AED)
- Languages
- Arabic
- Calling code
- +971
- Region
- Western Asia
AE24.0°N · 54.0°EPhoto: imran shahabuddin · CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia CommonsUnited Arab Emirates for other passports
IndiaVisa required
United StatesVisa-free90 days
United KingdomVisa-free90 days
ChinaVisa-free90 days
SingaporeVisa-free90 days
PakistaneVisa- BangladeshVisa required
Sri LankaVisa required
NepalVisa required
NigeriaeVisa
PhilippinesVisa required
CanadaVisa-free90 days
Nearby in Western Asia for Bangladeshi passport holders
Common questions
Do Bangladeshi citizens need a visa for the United Arab Emirates?
Bangladeshi passport holders need a visa for the United Arab Emirates, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre.
How long can Bangladeshi citizens stay in the United Arab Emirates?
The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.
Can Bangladeshi citizens get a visa on arrival in the United Arab Emirates?
Not under the standard rules.
How many countries can Bangladeshi citizens visit without a visa?
32 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The Bangladesh passport ranks #90 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).
Source: Wikipedia, Visa requirements for Bangladeshi citizens (edited 23 Aug 2026), CC BY-SA 4.0. Last checked 11 Oct 2026. Rules change. Always confirm with the official embassy or immigration website of the United Arab Emirates before you travel.