BangladeshIndia: e-Visa

BangladeshIndia

Do Bangladesh passport holders need a visa for India?

e-Visa

Yes. Bangladesh passport holders need a visa for India, available online as an e-visa before travel.

An e-visa must be applied for and approved online before travel.

Source: indianvisaonline.gov.in (checked July 18, 2026).

Requiremente-Visa

Maximum stay30 days

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-19

Distance1,424 km, straight line (~2h 11m nonstop)

Visa-free access to India2 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? India passport holders visiting Bangladesh: Visa required.

Visa-free alternatives near India

Bangladesh passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Bangladesh passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Bangladesh passport holders need a visa for India?

Yes. Bangladesh passport holders need a visa for India, available online as an e-visa before travel.

How long can Bangladesh citizens stay in India without a visa?

Up to 30 days, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is India from Bangladesh?

About 1,424 km in a straight line, roughly ~2h 11m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in India?

Indian rupee (INR).

What is the emergency number in India?

100 / 101 / 102 / 108 / 112.

What time zone is India in?

Kolkata (UTC+5:30).

What is the nearest airport to New Delhi?

Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), about 15 km away.

How many countries can enter India without a visa?

2 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter India visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Bangladesh passport holders visit without a visa instead of India?

Nepal, Sri Lanka, Maldives.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Bangladesh

Bangladesh, officially the People's Republic of Bangladesh, is a country in South Asia. It is the eighth-most populous country in the world with a population of almost 180 million within an area of 148,461 square kilometres (57,321 sq mi). Bangladesh shares land borders with India to the north, west, and east, and Myanmar to the southeast. It has a coastline along the Bay of Bengal to its south and is separated from Bhutan and Nepal by the Siliguri Corridor, and from China by the Indian states of West Bengal and Sikkim to its north. Dhaka, the capital and largest city, is the nation's political, financial, and cultural centre. Chittagong is the second-largest city and the busiest port of the country.

CapitalDhaka

RegionSouthern Asia

Population175.7M

Area147,570 km²

CurrencyBangladeshi taka (1 USD ≈ 123.40 BDT)

LanguagesBengali

Calling code+880

Drives on theleft

TimezoneDhaka (UTC+6)

Nearest airportHazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC), 15 km

Emergency number999

UNESCO sites3

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$2,597 (2025)

Tourist arrivals323K (2019)

Climate in Dhaka

Warmest August, coolest January, driest December, sunniest March. Best time to visit: February, March, April, October, November, December.

Monthly climate normals for Dhaka, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	23.3°C	12.8°C	20mm	267h
February	26.3°C	14.2°C	5mm	286h
March	31.3°C	19.4°C	33mm	328h
April	33.1°C	22.8°C	172mm	294h
May	31.7°C	24.7°C	240mm	285h
June	31°C	26.1°C	364mm	211h
July	31.3°C	26.1°C	296mm	231h
August	31.5°C	26.1°C	282mm	263h
September	31.7°C	26.1°C	284mm	261h
October	31.4°C	25.2°C	226mm	290h
November	29.1°C	18.4°C	26mm	299h
December	25.1°C	13.9°C	0mm	301h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

The People's Republic of Bangladesh is a country in South Asia, on the edge of the Indian subcontinent. The country is endowed with pristine beaches, numerous archaeological sites, bustling markets, numerous sites of religious importance, forests, delicious food, and more importantly, hospitable and friendly people.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Mosque City of Bagerhat
Q305044
Sundarbans Reserved Forest

Upcoming public holidays

December 16, 2026বিজয় দিবস

December 25, 2026বড়দিন

February 21, 2027শহিদ দিবস ও আন্তর্জাতিক মাতৃভাষা দিবস

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About India

India, officially the Republic of India, is a country in South Asia. It is the world's seventh-largest country by area and its most populous. Bounded by the Indian Ocean on the south, the Arabian Sea on the southwest, and the Bay of Bengal on the southeast, it shares land borders with Pakistan to the west, China, Nepal, and Bhutan to the north, and Bangladesh and Myanmar to the east. In the Indian Ocean, India is near Sri Lanka and the Maldives.

CapitalNew Delhi

RegionSouthern Asia

Population1.5B

Area3,287,590 km²

CurrencyIndian rupee (1 USD ≈ 94.96 INR)

LanguagesEnglish, Hindi, Tamil

Calling code+91

Drives on theleft

TimezoneKolkata (UTC+5:30)

Nearest airportIndira Gandhi International Airport (DEL), 15 km

Emergency number100 / 101 / 102 / 108 / 112

UNESCO sites51

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$2,702 (2025)

Tourist arrivals17.9M (2019)

Climate in New Delhi

Warmest June, coolest January, driest October, sunniest October. Best time to visit: April, October, November.

Monthly climate normals for New Delhi, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	18.2°C	7.9°C	66mm	261h
February	22.2°C	10.1°C	34mm	285h
March	25.7°C	14.5°C	73mm	315h
April	33.4°C	20.2°C	11mm	331h
May	37.6°C	24.1°C	24mm	328h
June	37.1°C	27.2°C	9mm	337h
July	34.8°C	27°C	111mm	329h
August	32.4°C	26.4°C	191mm	288h
September	34.2°C	25.5°C	50mm	333h
October	32.5°C	18.2°C	0mm	339h
November	26°C	12.3°C	16mm	298h
December	21.8°C	8.6°C	1mm	299h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

India, the largest country in South Asia, is one of the world's oldest civilisations with staggering cultural diversity. Once revered as 'the golden bird', India's cultural heritage is a rich amalgam of the past and present. The most populous nation in the world, India offers the traveller a view of fascinating religions, a smorgasbord of languages, diverse food, and architectural masterpieces that were built millennia ago and remain intact today.

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