Bangladesh Visa for Vietnam Passport Holders

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Single entry ApprovalMedium Transit visaNo

Data verified 15 May 2026

At a glance

Vietnam passport holders: Single entry for Bangladesh. Fee: USD 51 (~USD 51). Processing: 5-10 working days. Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.

Overview

Visa REQUIRED for Vietnamese nationals (Vietnam NOT on Bangladesh VoA list, despite ASEAN). Tourist visa: USD 51 (or equivalent VND ~1,326,000 at ~26,000/USD). Apply at Bangladesh Embassy Hanoi. Hybrid MRV: online form + in-person submission.

Visa types: Tourist Visa (T); Business Visa (B); Student Visa (S); Employment Visa (E); Investor Visa (I); Family Visa; Journalist (J); Transit (max 72 hr); Diplomatic. eVisa NOT available (Bangladesh has no e-visa system as of Dec 2025 — hybrid MRV: online form at visa.gov.bd, then physical submission at BD mission).

Fees & funds

Visa fee (local)USD 51 (paid in cash, USD/EUR/GBP)

In USDUSD 51

In VNDVND 1,326,000

Minimum bank balanceDocumented proof required (3-6 months statements)

Stay & validity

Validity: 90 days from issue (Tourist). Max Stay: 30 days single entry.

Extension possibleConditional

Overstay penalty: Per-day fine + extension required; possible re-entry ban; verify with DIP

How to apply

MethodEmbassy (Bangladesh Embassy Hanoi)

Application centreEmbassy

Processing time5-10 working days

AppointmentYes · Book

InterviewConditional

Urgent processingNo

Requirements

Bank Statement Yes Yes (3-6 months)

Return Ticket Yes

Hotel Booking Yes Yes (or invitation letter)

Sponsor Doc Conditional Conditional (Business/Family/Student)

Invitation Letter Conditional Conditional (Business/Family)

Vaccination No None typically required

Travel Insurance Recommended

Biometrics No

Police Clearance Conditional Conditional (long-stay)

Employment Letter Yes

Passport & photo

Passport validity6+ months beyond stay, 2 blank pages

Photo size45 × 35 mm · White bg

Required documents: Valid passport (6+ months beyond stay, 2 blank pages); Online application form at visa.gov.bd (printed); 2 recent photos (45x35mm, white bg, not older than 6 months); Stay address in Bangladesh (Village/Post Office/Police Station/District/Pincode — all mandatory fields); Confirmed hotel booking OR invitation letter from Bangladeshi sponsor with sponsor's NID; Return/onward ticket; Bank statement (3-6 months); Employment/business letter; For Business: invitation from Bangladeshi entity + BIDA/BEPZA recommendation; For Student: admission letter + Bangladesh Ministry of Education approval; For Investor: BIDA/BEPZA recommendation; Police clearance for long-stay.

Visa types (1)

Tourist ★

Single USD 51 (~USD 51) 5-10 working days

Common rejection reasons

Common VN rejections: (1) Vietnam NOT on Bangladesh VoA list — pre-arranged visa essential; (2) Missing stay address detail; (3) Inadequate sponsor docs; (4) Insufficient financial proof; (5) Tourist visa abused for textile/garment trade meetings; (6) Generally moderate processing — Vietnam-Bangladesh growing trade ties.

Embassy / consulate

AddressEmbassy of Bangladesh, Sky City Tower, 88 Lang Ha Street, Dong Da District, Hanoi, Vietnam

Phone+84 24 3771 6625 | +84 24 3771 7829

Emailbdoothn@netnam.org.vn

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Official portal

Apply or confirm the current requirements on the destination government's official site.

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Data quality

ConfidenceMedium

Last verified2026-05-15

Indicative information for reference only — Visandra is not affiliated with any government or embassy. Always verify with the official mission before you travel.

Good to know

Bangladesh visa FAQ for Vietnam passport holders

Do I need a visa to visit Bangladesh with a Vietnam passport?

Yes — Vietnam passport holders need a visa for Bangladesh (Single entry). Apply via Embassy (Bangladesh Embassy Hanoi).

How much does a Bangladesh visa cost for Vietnam passport holders?

The Bangladesh visa fee is USD 51 (about VND 1,326,000). Additional service, biometric or courier charges may apply on top.

How long does it take to get a Bangladesh visa?

Typical processing for a Bangladesh visa is 5-10 working days. Apply well ahead of your travel date and allow for appointment availability.

How long can I stay in Bangladesh on this visa?

A Bangladesh visa for Vietnam passport holders typically allows a stay of Validity: 90 days from issue (Tourist). Max Stay: 30 days single entry.. Extensions may be possible (Conditional).

How do I apply for a Bangladesh visa from Vietnam?

Apply for your Bangladesh visa via Embassy (Bangladesh Embassy Hanoi). An appointment is required. Your passport should be valid 6+ months beyond stay, 2 blank pages.