United Arab Emirates passport → Bangladesh
Do Emirati citizens need a visa for Bangladesh?
Emirati passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Bangladesh for up to 30 days. You do not need to apply before you fly.
What this means for your trip
- Keep the visa fee ready, ideally in US dollars or the local currency, plus passport photos.
- Expect to show a return ticket, hotel booking and proof of funds at the counter.
- Some countries also offer the same visa online, which can save queueing on arrival.
Bangladesh at a glance
- Capital
- Dhaka
- Currency
- Bangladeshi taka (BDT)
- Languages
- Bengali
- Calling code
- +880
- Region
- Southern Asia
Bangladesh for other passports
IndiaVisa required
United StatesVisa on arrival30 days
United KingdomVisa on arrival30 days- United Arab EmiratesVisa on arrival30 days
ChinaVisa on arrival30 days
SingaporeVisa on arrival30 days
PakistanVisa required
Sri LankaVisa required
NepalVisa on arrival30 days
NigeriaVisa required
PhilippinesVisa required
CanadaVisa on arrival30 days
Nearby in Southern Asia for Emirati passport holders
Common questions
Do Emirati citizens need a visa for Bangladesh?
Emirati passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Bangladesh for up to 30 days. You do not need to apply before you fly.
How long can Emirati citizens stay in Bangladesh?
Up to 30 days under the current visa on arrival rule. Longer stays need a different visa.
How many countries can Emirati citizens visit without a visa?
172 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The United Arab Emirates passport ranks #1 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).
Source: Wikipedia, Visa requirements for Emirati citizens (edited 10 Oct 2026), CC BY-SA 4.0. Last checked 11 Oct 2026. Rules change. Always confirm with the official embassy or immigration website of Bangladesh before you travel.