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Bangladesh travel advice
Explore our complete guide to Bangladesh with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for Bangladesh.
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Bangladesh travel guide - essential info
Below is a beginner's guide to Bangladesh with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.
Bangladesh - quick facts | |
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Time difference | UK +7 hours |
Language(s) | Bengali |
Currency | Bangladeshi Taka |
Electricity | A + C + D + G plug (220V) |
Driving side | Left |
Visa✝ | Yes |
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Bangladesh weather
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The Bangladesh weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Dhaka.
Bangladesh travel advice
Check the latest travel advice on visiting Bangladesh from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.
- UK traveller advice for Bangladesh - UK FCDO
- Irish traveller advice for Bangladesh - Department of Foreign Affairs, Ireland
- Canadian travel advice for Bangladesh - Government of Canada
- US travel advisories for Bangladesh - US Department of State
- Safe travel advisories for Bangladesh - Ministry of Foreign Affairs, New Zealand
- Smarter traveller advice for Bangladesh - Department of Foreign Affairs, Australia
Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around Bangladesh.
Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office
FCDO travel advice
Bangladesh travel health
Find out more about staying safe when travelling to Bangladesh with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.
- Vaccines & medicines for Bangladesh - CDC
- Health & vaccinations for Bangladesh - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
- How to stay safe & healthy in Bangladesh - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland
Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in Bangladesh, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.
Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Bangladesh covid live updates
Check the latest live updates on Covid-19 in Bangladesh with the vaccination requirements, current available statistics and up-to-date travel advice from government agencies.
- Travellers' health for Bangladesh - Institute of Epidemiology, Disease Control and Research, Bangladesh
- Coronavirus timeline in Bangladesh - Our World in Data
Bangladesh travel features
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Bangladesh FAQs
Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to Bangladesh including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.
Are there entry restrictions to Bangladesh due to Covid-19?
Bangladesh is open for tourism from the UK.
Negative PCR test results or proof of full Covid-19 vaccination required for arrivals from the UK.
Check out Institute of Epidemiology, Disease Control and Research, Bangladesh for more information.
Do I need to quarantine in the UK if I travel from Bangladesh?
You do not need to quarantine on arrival in the UK from Bangladesh. The UK no longer requires a passenger locator form, Covid-19 test or proof of vaccination.
What is the time difference between Bangladesh and the UK?
The time difference between Bangladesh and the UK is UK time+7 hours.
What is the main language spoken in Bangladesh?
The main language spoken in Bangladesh is Bengali.
What is the currency in Bangladesh?
The currency in Bangladesh is the Bangladeshi Taka (BDT).
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Which plugs are used in Bangladesh?
Bangladesh uses electrical plug type A + C + D + G (220 Volts).
Which side of the road do they drive on in Bangladesh?
They drive on the left side of the road in Bangladesh.
Find out more about driving in Bangladesh with International Drivers Association*.
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