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Bangladesh
30 April 2025
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Travel Advisory: Situation in Bangladesh
30 April 2025
As the situation remains volatile, Singaporeans should continue to defer non-essential travel to Bangladesh. Singaporeans in Bangladesh are advised to remain vigilant, minimise travel out of their homes, monitor the local news closely, and heed instructions of local authorities. Singaporeans are also strongly encouraged to eRegister with MFA at https://eregister.mfa.gov.sg if they have not done so.
Singaporeans in Bangladesh who require consular assistance should contact:
High Commission of the Republic of Singapore in Bangladesh
Address: Ventura Avenue, 5th Floor, CWN(C)-8/B, Gulshan Ave, Dhaka 1212
24-hour duty mobile phone: +880-181-955-7146
Landline: +880-2-222-280-404
Ministry of Foreign Affairs Duty Office (24 hr)
Address: Tanglin, Singapore 248163
Tel: +65 6379 8800/8855
Fax: +65 6476 7302
Email: mfa_duty_officer@mfa.gov.sg
Entry and Exit
Travel Restrictions in Bangladesh
Visa on-arrival facilities are available in Bangladesh. However, as this may change at short notice, it is advisable to apply for a visa to enter Bangladesh prior to arrival. Singaporeans visiting Bangladesh may apply for a visa online, prior to their arrival in Bangladesh, at https://visa.gov.bd/ and submit the printed copy of the completed application form with the required documents at the Bangladesh High Commission in Singapore. Passengers traveling to Bangladesh for business would be required to contact the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) to support the application.
Please refer to the official website of the Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh at https://caab.portal.gov.bd for the Bangladesh government's latest COVID-19 related entry requirements.
There should be at least six months' validity on your passport on the expected date of departure from Bangladesh.
Safety and Security
Terrorism: The situation in Bangladesh is stable, although there have been sporadic terrorist incidents. However, since April 2019, the Bangladesh authorities warned of terror threats in the country. Security has been stepped up across Bangladesh. In view of the heightened security situation there, Singaporeans travelling to or already in Bangladesh are urged to exercise caution and remain vigilant.
Demonstrations, hartals, blockades and politically motivated violence: Political demonstrations, nationwide hartals (enforced strikes), blockades and violent clashes occur from time to time. Hartals can shut down businesses and disrupt transportation, including in the diplomatic and expatriate areas. Avoid all demonstrations, crowded areas and large gatherings, monitor local media closely and follow the advice of local authorities.
Crime: Criminal violence and armed robberies are common in Bangladesh, including in the expatriate areas in Gulshan and Banani, Dhaka; and in Cox’s Bazar in the south, near Bangladesh’s border with Myanmar. Expatriates have been victims of robbery, pickpocketing and snatch-and-grab attacks. Singaporeans should take precautions such as planning and undertaking movements cautiously and avoiding public transport. Singaporeans are also advised to avoid venturing out unaccompanied and visiting locations that do not have strong security measures in place.
Floods: Bangladesh is prone to flooding, including flash floods and landslides from heavy rainfall during the monsoon season from June to October. Flooding can disrupt travel and reduce the provision of essential services. Every year during the monsoon season, one third of the country is seriously affected. Singaporeans are advised to check the local weather forecasts before travel and plan accordingly during this period of time.
Local Laws
Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs in Bangladesh are strict. Convicted offenders can face life imprisonment or a death sentence.
Muslims are prohibited from consuming alcohol. Offenders could be punished by detention or other penalties.
Singaporeans are advised to carry copies of their passports in the event local authorities ask to verify their identification, especially when travelling at night.
Additional Information
Bangladesh is in an active seismic zone and is subject to earthquakes. Singaporeans are advised to maintain a functional emergency kit in case of emergency.
General Travel Advice
Please refer to MFA’s general travel advice for Singaporeans before you travel overseas.
Travelling to Bangladesh?
eRegister your trip to allow us to contact you and, if need be, assist you should an emergency (e.g. natural disasters, civil unrest) occur.
Mission contact details
Local Emergency Contacts
Police: 88 017 133 98311 / 8802 951 4400
Firefighters: 8802 955 5555 / 8802 955 6666 / 8802 955 6667
Consulate’s Duty mobile no: +880 1819557146 (after office hours)
MFA HQ Contact Details
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Tanglin, Singapore 248163
Tel: (65) 6379 8000
Email: mfa@mfa.gov.sg
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