Bangladesh passport → Türkiye

Do Bangladeshi citizens need a visa for Türkiye?

Visa required in advance

Bangladeshi passport holders need a visa for Türkiye, arranged before you travel. Depending on the country, that means an online application, a sponsor or agent, or an appointment at a visa centre. If you hold a Schengen visa, EU residence, US visa or similar, it can be easier: see below.

Apply on the official site: evisa.gov.tr

What this means for your trip

Start early. Some countries take the whole application online; others need a visa-centre appointment for fingerprints, and waits can be long in peak season.
Typical documents: application form, photos, bank statements, tax returns, an employment letter, bookings and travel insurance.
If you already hold certain other visas, a simpler route may apply. Check the section below.

Easier if you already hold another visa

Bangladeshi passport holders who hold one of these documents can get eVisa30 days instead:

Schengen visa
EU / Schengen residence
US visa
UK visa

Apply online for Türkiye's e-Visa with a valid Schengen, US or UK visa or a Schengen residence permit.

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Türkiye at a glance

Capital: Ankara
Currency: Turkish lira (TRY)
Languages: Turkish
Calling code: +90
Region: Western Asia

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Türkiye for other passports

IndiaVisa required
United StatesVisa-free90 days
United KingdomVisa-free90 days
United Arab EmiratesVisa-free90 days
ChinaVisa-free90 days
SingaporeVisa-free90 days
PakistanVisa required
BangladeshVisa required
Sri LankaVisa required
NepalVisa required
NigeriaVisa required
PhilippinesVisa required

Nearby in Western Asia for Bangladeshi passport holders

BahrainVisa on arrival14 days
QatareVisa
SyriaeVisa
United Arab EmirateseVisa
ArmeniaVisa required
AzerbaijanVisa required
CyprusVisa required
GeorgiaVisa required

Common questions

Do Bangladeshi citizens need a visa for Türkiye?

Bangladeshi passport holders need a visa for Türkiye, arranged before you travel. Depending on the country, that means an online application, a sponsor or agent, or an appointment at a visa centre.

How long can Bangladeshi citizens stay in Türkiye?

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 Türkiye?

Not under the standard rules.

Is Türkiye easier for Bangladeshi citizens with a US, UK or Schengen visa?

Yes. With a qualifying Schengen visa, EU residence, US visa, UK visa, Bangladeshi citizens get e-visa for up to 30 days. Apply online for Türkiye's e-Visa with a valid Schengen, US or UK visa or a Schengen residence permit.

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 contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0). Updated weekly. Rules can change, so give the official site a quick look before you fly.