South Africa passport → Bangladesh

Do South African citizens need a visa for Bangladesh?

Visa required in advance

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

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.

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Bangladesh at a glance

Capital: Dhaka
Currency: Bangladeshi taka (BDT)
Languages: Bengali
Calling code: +880
Region: Southern Asia

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Bangladesh for other passports

South AfricaVisa required
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 South African passport holders

MaldivesVisa on arrival30 days
NepalVisa on arrival90 days
Sri LankaVisa on arrival30 days
AfghanistaneVisa
BhutaneVisa
IndiaeVisa30 days
IraneVisa
PakistaneVisa30 days

Common questions

Do South African citizens need a visa for Bangladesh?

How long can South African citizens stay in Bangladesh?

The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.

Can South African citizens get a visa on arrival in Bangladesh?

Not under the standard rules.

How many countries can South African citizens visit without a visa?

93 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The South Africa passport ranks #47 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.