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South African Visa Application For Bangladeshi Citizens

South african visas for bangladeshi citizens.

Bangladeshi citizens looking to travel to South Africa for a temporary stay may apply for a South African visa. A visa application must be submitted prior to travelling to South Africa. Start by selecting the visa option that most suits the reason for your visit and then submit a visa application to our team of immigration lawyers to process.

VISITOR VISA

A South African visitor visa allows a non-visa exempt foreign national to visit South Africa.

There are three different types of South African work visa; the General Work Visa, the Critical Skills Work Visa, and the Intra-Company Transfer Visa. See the requirements for each here.

BUSINESS VISA

A South African business visa affords a foreign national the right to reside and establish or invest in a business in South Africa

CORPORATE VISA

A South African corporate visa allows a corporate entity or farm the right to employ a prescribed amount of foreign nationals.

A South African study visa allows a foreign national to reside in the Republic whilst studying at a South African institution of primary, secondary or tertiary education.

LIFE PARTNER VISA

A South African life partner visa allows a foreign national to reside in South Africa with their South African citizen or permanent resident partner (boyfriend/girlfriend).

SPOUSE VISA

A South African spouse visa allows a foreign national to live in South Africa with a SA permanent resident wife or husband

RETIREMENT VISA

A South African retired person visa allows a foreign national to live and retire in South Africa.

EXCHANGE VISA

A South African exchange visa allows a foreign national who is participating in a programme of cultural, economic or social exchange to reside temporarily in South Africa.

TREATY VISA

A South African treaty visa gives foreigners permission to enter South Africa to participate in programmes that have been agreed upon by South Africa and their respective countries.

RELATIVE VISA

A South African relative's visa is available to the biological or adoptive children or biological or step parents of South African citizens or permanent residents.

MEDICAL TREATMENT VISA

A South African medical treatment visa allows a foreign national to undergo specialised medical care in South Africa.

VOLUNTEER VISA

A South African volunteer visa may be issued to a foreign national involved in unpaid volunteer or charity work within the country.

A South African crew visa may be issued to a member of the crew of any transport conveyance.

South African Permits For Bangladeshi Citizens

Bangladeshi citizens looking to travel to South Africa for a permanant stay may apply for a South African permit. Start by selecting the permit option that most suites the reason for your stay and then submit a permit application to our team of immigation lawyers to process.

To qualify for permanent residence under this category an individual must have been a spouse of a South African citizen or permanent resident for five years.

To qualify for permanent residence under this category you must be the holder of 5 years worth of consecutively issued temporary general, quota or exceptional skills work visas.

To qualify for permanent residence under this category one must be the parent or the child of a South African citizen or permanent resident of South Africa.

To qualify for permanent residence under this category one needs an irrevocable annuity or retirement account which affords an income of at least R37,000 a month for the rest of their life.

To qualify for permanent residence under this category you must have a net worth of R12 million and be willing to pay the Department of Home Affairs' R120,000 application fee.

To qualify for permanent residence under this category one needs a passive income of R37 000 per month from savings, investments, annuities or pension funds.

A foreign national may apply for permanent residence under the refugee category if he or she has held refugee status for a continuous period of five years.

For more information about South African Permanent Residence see the Department of Home Affairs .

Apply for a visa

If you want to visit South Africa, you must produce a valid visa before you can enter into the country. A visa will be issued for a visit for tourism or business purposes and is valid for a period of 90 days.

Some countries are exempted from visa control, which means that citizens from those countries do not need a visa to visit South Africa.

Visas are not issued at South African ports of entry, and airline officials must insist on visas before allowing passengers to board. If you arrive without a visa, immigration officials are obliged to put you onto a flight back to your home country. Depending on your intended visit, you can apply for a Visitor’s Visa or a Transit Visa. Find out more about the:

• requirements for a visa
• types of visas
• countries exempt from South African visas

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Applying for a South African Visa

General information about south african visas.

Visitors’ visas are for international travellers (citizens of other countries) who have permanent residence outside South Africa and who wish to visit the country on a temporary basis for tourism or business purposes for a period of 90 days or less.

A visa simply indicates that your application has been reviewed at a South African embassy, mission or consulate and that the consular officer has determined you are eligible to enter the country for a specific purpose.

The visa will allow you to travel to a South African port of entry where an immigration official will then determine if you are allowed to enter South Africa and for how long you can stay for that particular visit. Visitors are restricted to the activity or reason for which their visas were issued.

On entry to South Africa, a visa is considered to be a visitor's permit. The permit’s period of validity is calculated from the date of entry into the country and will be set out under the heading "conditions" on the visa label. You must ensure that you apply for the correct visa/permit. Entry in the country may be refused if the purpose of visit was not correctly stated.

Requirements for visitor’s visas differ from country to country ( click here to see which countries are currently exempt ), and the requirements are subject to change. As each application is treated as an individual case and you should make enquiries with your nearest South African mission or consulate abroad or any office of the Department of Home Affairs to see whether or not you are required to apply for a visa.

Remember that there is a fee charged for issuing a visa, and you should check the cost with the office as well as this is updated annually. The fee is payable in different currencies in different countries.

Visas are not issued at South African ports of entry, and airline officials are obliged to insist on visas before allowing passengers to board. If you arrive without a visa, immigration officials are obliged to put you onto a flight back to your home country.

Foreigners with long term status (work permits/permit residence) in the neighbouring countries who transit the Republic to return to their employment or residence are not subject to the transit visa, provided they are in possession of proof of their status.

South African visitors’ visas may be granted for:

• visits to family or friends and also for tourism purposes
• business purposes
• spouse to join a spouse who is in South Africa on a work or study permit
• children to join parents who are in South Africa on work or study permits
• fiancée/ fiancé to join his or her partner with the intension of marrying within 90 days
• study purposes (max stay 3-months)
• charitable or voluntary activities
• conferences
• to work in the production of an movie or show (i.e. in the entertainment industry)
• for medical purposes (max stay 3-months)
• sport events

Documents required to apply for a visa

• A passport or travel document valid for no less than 30 days after the expiry of your intended visit
• Your passport must have at least TWO unused page for entry / departure endorsements
• A completed Form BI-84 (application for a visa)
• Payment of the prescribed fee
• A yellow-fever vaccination certificate (if required)
• Statement and/or documentation confirming the purpose and duration of your visit
• Two colour passport photographs
• A return or onward ticket if you are travelling by air
• Proof of guardianship or custody or
• Consent from the guardian in the case of an unaccompanied minor
• Bank statements
• Salary advances
• Undertakings by the host(s) in South Africa
• Medical cover or
• Cash available (including credit cards and travellers’ cheques)

Requirements for entering South Africa

You will need the following if you wish to visit South Africa:

• A valid and acceptable passport or travel document for your intended stay
• At least one blank page in your passport for endorsements
• A valid visa, if required
• Sufficient funds to pay for your day-to-day expenses during your stay
• A return or onward ticket
• Yellow fever certificates if your journey starts or entails passing through the yellow fever belt of Africa or South America.

Don't forget that there are certain goods that you cannot bring into South Africa and other goods on which duties need to be paid. For Customs requirements, click here:  http://www.sars.gov.za/ClientSegments/Customs-Excise/Travellers/Pages/Arrival-in-SA.aspx      For Agricultural requirements, click here:  http://www.daff.gov.za/daffweb3/Services/Imports

ORDINARY PASSPORT / TRAVEL DOCUMENT HOLDERS WHO ARE SUBJECT TO SOUTH AFRICAN VISA FEES

SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

Fees for the issuance of a visitor’s visa in terms of section 11(1) of the Immigration Act shall be collected in respect of passport / travel document holders of the following foreign countries when travelling on an ordinary passport (visa fees are not levied for diplomatic and official/service passport holders).  Please note that countries marked with an asterisk are only subject to visa fees if the intended visit exceeds thirty (30) days:

Afghanistan (Transitional Islamic State of)

Akrotiri and Dhekelia in Cyprus (Sovereign base area of)

Albania (Republic of)

American Samoa

Andorra (Principality of)

Angola (Republic of)

Armenia (Republic of)

Azerbaijan (Republic of)

Austria (Republic of)

Bahamas (The Commonwealth of the)

Bahrain (The Kingdom of)

Belarus (Republic of)

Belau (Palau) Republic of)

Byelorussia

Benin (Dahomey) (Republic of)*

Bhutan (Kingdom of)

Bosnia/Herzegovina

Bouvet Islands

British Antarctic Territory

British Indian Ocean Territory

Brunei Darassalam

Bulgaria (Republic of)

Burkina Faso (Republic of)

Burma (Myanmar)

Burundi (Republic of)

Cambodia (Kampuchea) (Kingdom of)

Cameroon (Republic)

Cayman Islands

Central African Republic

China (People’s Republic of)

Comoros (Union of)

Congo (Democratic Republic of)

Cote D’lvoire (Republic of)

Croatia (Republic of)

Cuba (Republic of)

Denmark (Kingdom of)

Dahomey (Benin) (Republic of Benin)

Diego Garcia

Djibouti (Republic of)

Dominican Republic

Ducie & Oeno Islands

Eastern Caribbean

El Salvador (Republic of)

Ellice Island (Tuvalu)

Equatorial Guinea*

Eritrea (State of)

Estonia (Republic of)

Ethiopia (The Federal Democratic Republic of)

Falkland Islands

Fiji Islands (Republic of the)

Finland (Republic of)

France (Republic of)

French Guiana

French Polynesia

Gabon (Republic of)*

Gambia (The)

Georgia (Republic of)

Germany (Federal Republic of)

Ghana (Republic of)

Gilbert Island (Kiribati)

Greece (Hellenic Republic of)

Guatemala (Republic of)

Guinea (Republic of)

Guinea-Bissau (Republic of)

Haiti (Republic of)

Holy See

Honduras (Republic of)

Hong Kong (Special Administrative Region)*

Iceland (Republic of)

Indonesia (Republic of)

Iran (Islamic Republic of)

Iraq (Republic of)

Italy (Republic of)

Ivory Coast (Republic of Còte D’Ivoire)

Kampuchea (Cambodia) (Kingdom of)

Kazakhstan (Republic of)

Kenya (Republic of)*

Kiribati (Gilbert Island)

Korea (Democratic People’s Republic of/North)

Korea (|Republic of/South)*

Kyrgyz Republic

Laos (People’s Democratic Republic)

Latvia (Republic of)

Lebanon (Republic of)

Libya (Socialist People’s Libyan Arab Jamahiriya)

Lithuania (Republic of)

Luxemburg (Grand Duchy of)

Macedonia (The former Yugoslav Republic of)

Madagascar (Republic of)

Malaysia (Federation of)*

Mali (Republic of)

Marshall Islands (Republic of)

Mauritania (Islamic Republic of)

Micronesia (Federated States of)

Moldova (Republic of)

Monaco (Principality of)

Morocco (Kingdom of)

Mozambique (Republic of)

Myanmar (Burma) (The Union of)

Naura (Republic of)

Nepal (Kingdom of)

Netherlands (The Royal)

Netherlands Antilles

New Zealand

Nigeria (Republic of)

Northern Marianas

Oman (Sultanate of)

Pakistan (Islamic Republic of)

Palau (Belau) (Republic of)

Panama (Republic of)

Papua New Guinea

Philippines (Republic of the)*

Pitcairn Islands

Poland (Republic of)

Portugal (Republic of)

Puerto Rico

Qatar (State of)

Russian Federation (except private guests of Embassy or Consular staff)

Rwanda (Republic of)

Samoa (The Independent State of)

San Marino (Republic of)

Sao Tome & Principe (Democratic Republic of)

Saudi Arabia (Kingdom of)

Serbia & Montenegro

Sierra Leone (Republic of)

Singapore (Republic of)

Slovenia (Republic of)

Spain (Kingdom of)

Sri Lanka (Democratic Socialist Republic of)

St Kitts and Nevis

Sudan (Republic of the)

Suriname (Republic of)

Syrian (Arab Republic)

Tajikistan (Republic of)

Tanzania (United Republic of)

Thailand (Kingdom of)*

Togo (Republic of)

Trinidad and Tobago (Republic of)

Tristan da Cunha

Tunisia (Republic of)

Turkey (Republic of)*

Turkmenistan (Republic of)

Turks & Caicos Islands

Tuvalu (Ellice Islands)

Uganda (Republic of)

United Arab Emirates

United States of America

Uzbekistan (Republic of)

Vanuatu (Republic of)

Vatican City (Holy S ee)

Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic of)

Vietnam (Socialist Republic of)

Western Sahara

Yemen (Republic of)

updated - 2016-07-20

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South Africa

South africa visa, visa type: .

There are many types of visas are available for South Africa, such as Tourist, Business, and Student etc.obokash.com provides consultancy support for Tourist & Business visas.

Visa Procedure (Tourist & Business):

There is no Embassy or Consulate office of South Africa in Dhaka, but Bangladeshi citizens required to apply to The South African Embassy in Colombo. Applications may be submitted in person or by a third party, authorized in writing, to do so. Application forms must be completed  (not typed)  and signed by the applicant himself/herself.  The format of the forms may not be altered.  Your passport or valid travel document must be valid for no less than  30 days  after the expiry of your intended visit and have at least two unused pages (facing each other) for visa, entry/departure endorsements.

Applicants may be required to visit the Consular Section for an interview and/or submit additional documentation to prove the bona fides of the visit over and the basic requirements.

South African High Commission:

114 Rosmead Place, Colombo 07, Sri Lanka

Tel: +94112463000/+94773633334

Fax: +94112688670

Email: Consular & Immigration: [email protected], [email protected]

Website: http://www.dirco.gov.ztmla/colombo/contact.h

Requirements (Tourist & Business):

Personal Documents:

• Duly filled Application form (BI-84) (Forms completed in English and in black ink).
• Photos must be 3.5x4.5 cm, color photo with white background, taken within the last 6 months
• Passport valid for no less than 30 days after the expiry of intended visit, with two (2) unused pages (facing each other) and Old passports, if immediate previous passport is lost then a G.D (English) copy for that passport is required.
• Birth certificate/National ID Card of applicant
• Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate, (if travelling to or from a Yellow Fever Zone)
• Marriage Certificate (Nika Namah for Muslim, Marriage Act for Hindus)divorce certificate(Talak Namah for Muslim)/Death certificate ( for widow or widowers).
• Forwarding letter (for tourist)
• Bangladeshi Residence Permit (for non-Bangladeshi applicants) - valid at least 3 months beyond the intended date of departure from the territory of the Member States, Tenancy certificate.
• Confirmation letter of tour or booked holiday itinerary. (if holiday purpose)

Professional Documents:

• For Business Person: Trade license, memorandum of article, certificate of incorporation of the company or organization, VAT, IRC, membership certificate etc.
• Employment letter (from employer for business visit) - Signed original letter from employer in country of origin confirming employment, position in company, reason for travel, duration of visit and if they are financially responsible for you. Please also indicate other possible visits to South Africa in the next 3 months (90 days).
• For Employee : NOC letter, Pay Slip / Salary statement, GO & Note verbal (for official passport holders)
• Visiting Card
• For Retired Person: Retirement documents
• For Student : Student ID copy, School leave letter / Academic calendar

Financial Documents:

• Bank solvency & statement ( both company & personal )
• Other financial documents-such as FDR, credit card statements, saving certificate, share statement etc. (if available)
• Income Tax Certificate (For last 3 years) / TIN certificate
• Valuation of other Assets (if any)

Travel Documents:

• Air Booking copy
• Hotel Booking Copy

Overseas Documents:

• For Tourist Visit: Personal Invitation letter- If visiting a friend in South Africa, provide a signed invitation letter from the SA hosts. It should include the full name, SA ID number, full address, contact number, email and certified copies of host's ID or passport and permit (non-SA). The person must also confirm if he/she is responsible for your accommodation, meals, transport and if needed, the repatriation costs
• For Business Visit : Business invitation letter - Letter from the registered company in South Africa that you will visit, duration of visit, reason for visit and/or letter of confirmation/participation at the Conference.  The company registration number and full contact details (telephone numbers, email, street address, etc.) must be on the letter.
• Travel Health Insurance ( for up to 30,000 Euros)
• All Bangladeshi passport holders must have the Bangladeshi Home Affairs approval to forward the passports to Sri Lanka by a third person. (Original must be attached with the applications)
• Applicants visiting Host/Sponsors/Relatives who are non-South Africans by birth must submit proof of how the previously mentioned entered (visa of first entry)
• Please be advised that all applicants has to have their own set of documents (even when travelling in a group) and the High Commission is not in a position to make copies on behalf of the applicants

Processing Time (Total Approx. 30 days):

• File Processing: 3/ 4 working days
• Embassy Processing: 15 -30 Working days (Approx.)

Visa fee Details (Tourist & Business):

• Visa Fee with service charges: TK. 25,000 BDT (service charge Included)

Other expenses will be added (if needed: Notary, translation, Health insurance etc.)

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• Visa fee & Service charge are always non-refundable.
• only provides consultancy service, we do not provide any guaranty for visa.
• File processing for visa will start only after receiving all necessary documents.
• Processing time, requirements and fees are subject to change by the Embassy without any prior notice.
• The embassy reserves all the rights to ask for any additional document other than above mentioned

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South African visa for Bangladeshi citizens

Visa requirements:, south africa tourist visa requirements:.

• Holding Bangladeshi passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in South Africa.
• Proof of onward travel (departure) from South Africa.

If you are looking for South Africa visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Bangladesh, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of South Africa nearest your place of residence.

• Chittagong : The Honorary Consulate of South Africa in Chittagong, Bangladesh (Working hours: Close now. Open in 3 hours 45 minutes )

Tourism Statistics Chart

The line chart shows the number of visitors from Bangladesh traveling to South Africa from 2008 to 2018.

References: UNWTO.org , World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)

South Africa & Bangladesh comparison

South Africa's area is approximately 1,213,090 km2 (468,376 sq mi), while the area of Bangladesh is approximately 130,170 km2 (50,258 sq mi). This means Bangladesh is 9.32 times smaller than South Africa.

As of April 2024, South Africa's population is ~62.3 million people - 108,997,540 fewer people than the population of Bangladesh.

We have highlighted South Africa & Bangladesh’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.

Frequently asked questions, answered

How many visitors from bangladesh travel to south africa in one year.

The number of visitors from Bangladesh visiting South Africa in 2018 was approximately 12,566.

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South Africa Tourist Visa

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Apply for South African Tourist Visa from ‘ Sticker Visa ’ Bangladesh Office

• You can apply for Tourist Visa for the purpose of leisure travel including vacationing, cruising, sightseeing, and other recreational activities in South Africa.
• You have to prepare the below-listed documents (as applicable for your profile) and Submit those to our Mirpur DOHS, Dhaka Office .
• If you need assistance to prepare the necessary documents, then take our Visa Consultation Support & ready your application to get the visa very easily.
• From Bangladesh, ‘Sticker Visa ’   Office at Mirpur DOHS, Dhaka accepts all categories’ South African visa applications & processes from the High Commission of South Africa in India.

Special Note: For Official & Diplomatic Passport holders applying for any categories South African Visas, it is Mandatory to provide a Note Verbal from the Bangladesh High Commission, New Delhi . After we send the application to India, the applicant must assist us to get the Note Verbal issued from the BDHC, New Delhi.

Required Documents to Submit at Our Office (whichever applicable/available):

• Original Valid Passport along with Old Passports, (valid for at least 30 days after the intended stay/departure date from South Africa; at least Two unused/blank visa pages).
• Fully completed Visa Application Form – must be completed in black ink and block letters. The applicant must sign the application form, and the signature should match the signature on the passport. Click Here  to download the Form.
• Two recent passport size photographs with 80% face coverage, white background, and without border (Size: 35mm x 45mm). Click here for Photo Specifications.
• A Covering Letter from the applicant on plain A4 paper, starting with the name, profession, Passport Number, travel dates ( in & out ), purpose, and outlining who will be responsible for the full costs of the trip – travel, accommodation, expenses etc. The letter should be duly signed by the applicant with his/her phone number & email ID and addressed to – The Visa Officer, South African High Commission, New Delhi, India. In the end of the letter, you must mention your Bangladeshi residential address.
• A Letter from South Africa with name and details of the ‘South Africa tour guide handling company’ partnering with Travel Agency in South Africa, listing tourists and signed.
• Copy of tours itinerary signed by South Africa host tour handling company.
• A day-to-day itinerary/travel plan covering your stay in South Africa.
• Ticket Itinerary & Hotel booking copy from your travel agent/tour operator.
• Bank Solvency Certificate along with Bank Statement of the applicant for the last 3 months or more / not less than 90 days (Required original bank statement on bank letterhead paper with stamp and signature and NO Passbook, NO e-statements, NO Net banking copies will be accepted).
• If the Applicant’s company is bearing the travel expenses, then a bank statement & solvency certificate of the company for the last 90 days minimum is required.
• Marriage Certificate & Nikah Namah of the applicant in English (if applicable).
• For Minor , a consent letter from the other parent if both the parents are not traveling together.
• COVID Vaccine Certificate
• Any other documents the applicant/sponsor feels important based on the application and respective to the profile (such as forwarding letter/NOC from applicant’s employer/School/University, trade license/incorporation certificate, salary statement/slip, NID, other financial/asset documents etc.), then you can submit those to our office for your visa application.

Kindly prepare the above documents and call us to submit your Tourist Visa application upon appointment at our office.

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Don’t Worry, just submit your available documents with passport(s) to our office and ask our team for a Detail Consultation Support . Our Team will include this service into your invoice and do the needful to ensure that all the applicable documents are prepared errorlessly and properly aligned before sending to the Visa Office. To know more about our Detailed Consultation Support, please click here: www. StickerVisa.com/Visa-Immigration-Counselling

Visa Application Processing Time: The processing time varies on the merit of the documents/profile. Usually, It takes around 2-3 weeks for the entire process. We ensure the fastest passport transit time from Dhaka-Delhi-Dhaka for the quickest visa processing.

Visa Application Processing Fee: Visa processing fee varies largely depending on the level of supports you need from our office. Kindly call us to know the exact quote accordingly to your requirement of supports.

Now, Follow The Below Instructions To Apply for Your Visa :

Once you have the above applicable documents ready, simply call at our hotline numbers: +88 0184 1120 100  or  +88 0184 1120 155  (Both numbers are available over WhatsApp &  IMO ) or Email at  [email protected] to take a prior appointment. Then, visit our office with all the ready documents & quoted fee to submit your documents. We will accept documents & fee under a unique Invoice number and proceed accordingly.

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Issuing Authorities

Bangladesh High Commission 410 Farenden Street, Sunnyside, Pretoria 0002 Tel: 012 343 2105 / 6 / 7 E-mail: [email protected] Web:  pretoria.mofa.gov.bd Mon-Fri: 08:00 - 16:00 | Closed for lunch 12:30-13:30 Closed for prayer Fri 12:30-14:00

Visa Requirements

South African Nationals are required to obtain a visa to enter Bangladesh.

• Applicants can apply in person or via a courier service. 
• Note: If using a courier, the sender covers the courier service cost. Applications to be submitted no later than 15:00 and a copy of the passport is required.

REQUIREMENTS: 

• 1 completed application form
• 2 Passport size photo’s (colour)
• Purpose of visit form or Letter of invitation from Bangladesh and proof of accommodation plus copy of your host's Bangladesh passport or national ID.
• Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity) PLUS A COPY. Ensure there are 2 blank pages in the passport.
• Copy of flight details / itinerary
• 3 Months bank statement & employment letter

Additional requirements for Business Travel and other purposes may apply. 

Visa Processing Time

10 working days.

Visa Validity

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Are you interested in applying for the Bangladesh Tourist Visa for citizens of South Africa? Just read all about it in our FAQs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do i need a vaccine to travel to bangladesh as a citizen of south africa.

These vaccines are advised before traveling: Typhoid, Cholera, Yellow Fever, Japanese Encephalitis, Rabies, Hepatitis A, and Hepatitis B. Also, Dengue, Malaria, and Chikungunya are present in the country, so you should bring repellents and antimalarials.

Also, due to the pandemic, it is recommended to be vaccinated against Covid-19.

Do I need a PCR Test to travel to Bangladesh as a citizen of South Africa?

All travelers must present a negative PCR test result taken within 72 hours before departure except for kids of the age of 10 or younger.

Do I have to quarantine upon arrival in Bangladesh as a citizen of South Africa?

Quarantine depends on the country of origin. Given that South Africa belongs to group B, fully vaccinated travelers can quarantine for 14 days at home. However, unvaccinated travelers need to be quarantined for 14 days at a government-designated hotel.

What is the Bangladesh Tourist Visa for citizens of South Africa and how to apply for it?

The Bangladesh Tourist Visa is a document that allows travelers to enter Bangladesh. You are entitled to a single entry, double-entry, or multiple-entry visa , depending on your status. It is valid for a maximum 30 days stay within 60 days per entry .

If you want to apply for the Bangladesh Tourist Visa for citizens of South Africa, just follow these easy steps.

• Step 1 : Complete the online form, then select the processing option.
• Step 2 : Check out that all personal information is valid before choosing your payment method.
• Step 3 : Finally, submit the requisite documents.

What do I need to present to apply for the Bangladesh Tourist Visa for citizens of South Africa?

You need to scan and submit the following documents:

• Passport information, with at least six months of validity.
• Two recently taken passport photographs.
• Accommodation and Travel documentation.
• Your email address.
• Your payment method, credit or debit card.

What is the price of the processing times for the Bangladesh Tourist Visa for citizens of South Africa?

iVisa.com has three options for the processing times. Prices don’t include government fees:

• Standard Processing: 9 days - 25.00 USD
• Rush Processing: 7 days- 45.00 USD .
• Super Rush Processing: 5 days - 80.00 USD

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Yes, of course! iVisa.com works with a data analysis system that allows us to ensure accurate delivery times. Hundreds of travelers have used and recommended our travel document services.

I have questions about the Bangladesh Tourist Visa for citizens of South Africa, who can I speak to?

When having questions about our process application, you can contact our customer service team . They are available 24/7 for you.

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All COVID-19-related travel restrictions have been lifted, meaning that there is no longer a testing or vaccination requirement for entry into Bangladesh. In addition, all local restrictions have been lifted, lifting the minimum distance and mask requirement in all areas except medical facilities.

Visa-free regime

Citizens of visa exempt countries are allowed to stay in the country for up to 90 days:

• Burkina Faso
• Guinea-Bissau
• Papua New Guinea
• St. Kitts and Nevis
• Sierra Leone

Required documents: 

• A negative PCR test result for COVID-19 is mandatory for all foreign travelers arriving in Bangladesh. A negative PCR test must be submitted 72 hours prior to departure.
• Confirmation of COVID-19 vaccination for travelers arriving in Bangladesh. The last dose of vaccine must be taken at least 14 days before departure.
• Original passport or travel document of a citizen of the above mentioned countries, valid for at least 6 months on the date of travel and with at least 2 visa pages without any marks.
• Travel itinerary;
• Proof of sufficient funds to stay in and leave Bangladesh;

Visa regime

Citizens of other countries need to obtain a visa by following this link:  https://www.visa.gov.bd/#  

Passengers must fill out a "health declaration form" and present it before departure. The form can be found at  https://www.visa.gov.bd/DownloadMRVForm.aspx  

Visa requirements for Bangladesh

When you apply for a visa to Bangladesh, you need to carry several documents that prove the purpose of your visit, such as these:

• Printed out Bangladesh visa application form.
• Your passport, which is valid for at least another six months
• Passport-sized photos taken on a white background
• Proof of payment of Bangladesh visa fee

For Bangladesh tourist visa:

• Flight itinerary
• Hotel reservation or a letter of invitation from the host country together with your passport

The Bangladesh visa application procedure is as follows:

• Fill out and print the online application form
• Send the form to the Bangladesh diplomatic mission

Filling out an online application for a visa to Bangladesh

To start the Bangladesh visa application process, you must first fill out an online application form  https://www.immi.gov.bd/docs/visaform.pdf  

The online Bangladesh visa application is divided into several sections.

• Section 1: your personal information, nationality, name, address where you will be staying in Bangladesh, passport number, gender and occupation. You must also attach your photograph with the following dimensions: 45 mm x 35 mm, maximum size is 300 KB, but it is optional.
• Section 2: Select the type of application. If you are applying for a new visa, select "new visa application". Click "Save and Next" and you will be redirected to a new tab where you will receive your password and application ID to log in;
• Section 3: Enter your passport details and indicate whether you have been to Bangladesh before.
• Section 4: Information on payment of visa fee
• Section 5: information about the purpose of your trip to Bangladesh and the duration of your visit
• Section 6: Select the Bangladesh diplomatic mission to which you wish to apply for a visa.
• Section 7: this section contains a document checklist in which you must mark and enter the documents you have in your possession

After completing the online application form, you can print the visa application form, collect the required documents and submit them.

If you cannot fill in the form at one time, you can save it and fill it in later. The server will keep your incomplete visa application form for 7 days. After 7 days it will be lost and you will have to start again.

The time it takes to process a visa for Bangladesh depends on the particular embassy. Usually, a regular tourist visa is issued for 1-2 weeks, but can take up to a month, depending on the circumstances.

If you are applying by mail, consider the time it takes for your documents to be delivered and then mailed back to you.

Therefore, you should start applying for a visa to Bangladesh 1-2 months before traveling.

Visa on Arrival:  The Government of Bangladesh has resumed issuance of visa on arrival in Bangladesh based on the following criteria. Visa on Arrival is issued for a maximum of 30 days.

• Visa on Arrival for a foreign national to visit Bangladesh for government work, tourism, business and investment is now available in Bangladesh if the person originates from a group of countries
• Visa on Arrival is applicable for nationals of the country/persons traveling from a country where there is no Bangladesh Embassy/High Mission/Consulate.
• Foreign nationals of Bangladeshi origin and their spouse/children.
• Foreign nationals holding diplomatic or official passports; officials of UN organizations.
• Visa on Arrival is subject to approval/satisfaction by Immigration based on relevant and satisfactory documents provided to Immigration.

Requirements for a visa on arrival:

In case of Business Visa on Arrival:   A letter of recommendation from the company where the businessman is employed and an invitation letter from the interested company in Bangladesh is required. In this case, the interested/inviting organization in Bangladesh must notify the immigration office in advance of the arrival of the foreign visitor(s).

For Bangladeshi nationals: Bangladeshi passport holders must show proof of their origin. In such a case, a previous Bangladeshi passport/visa passport/birth certificate may be required upon arrival. For children of Bangladeshi nationals, a foreign birth certificate with parent's passport / NVR may be required. Marriage certificate with spouses passport / NVR may be required for spouse of Bangladeshi citizen.

The visitor must have with him/her the necessary documents confirming his/her visit (in case of tourism: hotel reservation, return flight ticket, data of inviting persons, etc.).

Visa fee is 50 USD.  The visa fee is payable in foreign currency in cash.

Visitors must carry a minimum of $500.00 or equivalent amount in foreign currency in cash or credit card.

The visitor must have his/her return ticket with him/her.

Who is eligible for the Bangladeshi visa-free stamp?

You are eligible to get a "no visa required to enter Bangladesh" stamp in your passport if you belong to any of the following categories:

• You're a former Bangladeshi citizen
• You are the wife of a Bangladeshi national/ex-citizen
• You are a child born abroad to a Bangladeshi citizen / former Bangladeshi citizen

You can apply for a "No Visa Required" stamp at a Bangladesh diplomatic mission. If you get it, the NVR stamp will allow you to enter Bangladesh multiple times for an unlimited period of time as long as your passport is still valid.

You will need the following documents when applying as a former citizen of Bangladesh:

• Bangladesh NVR application form  http://www.bdembassyusa.org/uploads/NVR/Applying%20for%20NVR.pdf
• Passport-sized photo;
• Your current passport is valid for at least another six months
• A copy of your previous passport as a Bangladeshi citizen
• Copy of the certificate of dual citizenship (if available)
• Paid processing fee
• If you are mailing the documents, enclose a pre-paid, addressed envelope

If you are applying as the spouse of a Bangladeshi citizen/former Bangladeshi citizen, you will need the following documents:

• Passport size photo
• Your passport is valid for at least another six months
• A copy of the marriage certificate
• Copy of former or current passport of your spouse in Bangladesh (if applicable)
• Copy of your spouse's dual citizenship certificate (if available)
• If you are mailing documents, enclose a pre-paid envelope with the address itself

When applying as a child of a Bangladeshi citizen/former Bangladeshi citizen born abroad, you will need the following documents

• A copy of the birth certificate with the parents' names on it
• A copy of your father's former or current passport in Bangladesh (if available)
• A copy of your parents' dual citizenship certificate (if available)

If your visa-free passport has expired, you can apply to transfer your NVR to a new passport.

1. Pet microchip

To get to Bangladesh, your pet must first be a microchipped animal that meets ISO 11784/11785 standards, consisting of 15 digits and not encrypted. If your pet's microchip does not meet the ISO standard, you can bring a microchip scanner with you.  

2. Vaccination

Dogs and cats must be vaccinated against rabies at least 30 days and no more than a year before entry.  

3. Rabies test

A rabies test isn’t required when entering Bangladesh from any country.

4. Veterinary Certificate 

Two original veterinary certificates for Bangladesh must be completed by a licensed veterinarian. While this is not necessary, we recommend that a veterinarian licensed by the USDA or CFIA fill out the form and you certify it with the USDA or CFIA if you are traveling from the US or Canada. If you are traveling from another country, the forms must be certified by the governing body responsible for importing and exporting animals.

5. Permissions

If your pet arrives with you as checked baggage, you must receive a notification of any objections from the Department of animal husbandry and permission from the Office of the general controller of import and export.

If your pet arrives as an air cargo, then in addition to the NOC, you must obtain a preliminary permit from the Customs Service, and you will need a customs clearance agent for customs clearance of the animal.

6. Tick and tapeworm treatment

Treatment for internal and external parasites is optional, but it is recommended for dogs and cats entering Bangladesh.

7. Puppies and kittens 

Unvaccinated pets (dogs and cats only) under 3 months of age can be imported into Bangladesh, but there are additional rules that must be followed.

8. Entering Bangladesh by air

Pets must enter or leave Bangladesh as checked baggage or air cargo at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka. For this type of transportation, you will need an IATA-compliant animal cage.

When entering Bangladesh, pets may be subject to a 21-day home quarantine.

All domestic dogs and cats should be free of signs of human-transmitted disease when examined at the airport of entry. If your dog or cat is clearly unwell, you may need an additional checkup with a licensed veterinarian at your expense.

Airline rules for pets

• Pet carrier that meets airline requirements
• Airline cargo boxes

9. Prohibited breeds  

Bangladesh does not publish a list of prohibited breeds.

10. Removal of pets living in Bangladesh 

Pets can leave Bangladesh as checked baggage or air cargo. You must use the services of an agent in Bangladesh.

After receiving the relevant veterinary documents, you will need a certificate of no objections (NOC) from the Department of animal husbandry and a permit from the Office of the general controller of import and export.

11. Other animals

Birds, invertebrates, tropical fish, reptiles, amphibians, mammals such as rodents and rabbits are not subject to the rabies vaccination requirement, but you may need to meet other requirements and have a health certificate to enter Bangladesh. Pet owners are advised to contact the relevant authorities of their country and/or destination country for more information.

If your pet isn’t a dog, cat, or ferret, and especially a turtle or parrot, you should make sure that it is not protected by the convention on international trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and flora (CITES). In this case, you will have to apply for additional permissions. More than 180 countries participate in and enforce the CITES convention.

For more information, follow the link: https://www.pettravel.com/immigration/Bangladesh.cfm

International Driver's license in Bangladesh

This is a legal document that translates your local driver's license into 12 languages UN-recognized. Driving in Bangladesh without an IDP can create problems on the roads. That is why you must first get an IDP, as this is one of the requirements when managing Bangladesh. We'll tell you more about IDP below to help you

Tourists, such as US citizens, need an IDP to drive legally in Bangladesh. When traveling to Bangladesh by car, you can use your local driver's license, but it will not be enough to present it as a legal document. You need to back it up with an international driver's license in Bangladesh. You must always have your IDP and local driver's license with you to avoid fines for driving without a license in Bangladesh.

Does IDP replace your local driver's license?

An international driver's license doesn’t replace a local driver's license. An IDP is just an additional document to your local driver's license. The authorities of Bangladesh will check it while driving in Bangladesh. Requirements for international driver's licenses in Bangladesh can be found on the website https://internationaldriversassociation.com  

Keep in mind that when driving in Bangladesh, you need to have an IDP. Before getting behind the wheel in Bangladesh, you need to get an IDP. Don't forget to bring your local driver's license and IDP, because you will face a fine for driving without a license in Bangladesh.

Who can apply for an IDP?

Anyone who wants to drive in Bangladesh with a valid local driver's license can apply for an IDP. You must also be at least 18 years old. Applying for an IDP is very simple: just go to the  website .

You can apply for an international driver's license in Bangladesh at any time. The fact that you can access it online makes it much easier and more convenient for you. After submitting the application, the team of the International Drivers' Association will process and review it. And after 2 hours, if your application is approved, you will receive a digital copy of the IDP. As for the physical copy, it will be sent to you immediately.

Just make sure you enter the correct details in the application form, especially if you are traveling to Bangladesh, the exact zip codes will also avoid delays on your trip. For more information on how to apply for an international driver's license in Bangladesh, please visit.

When renting a car, you will need a local driver's license, an international driver's license, and a passport. Make sure that these two mentioned documents are still valid and have not expired yet. Also, prepare an additional identity card, as some car rental companies require it. Take these necessary documents with you so that the car rental process is smooth.

Traffic rules

Driving under the influence of alcohol

In Bangladesh, driving after drinking alcohol is prohibited. Because alcohol is banned in the country.

Speed limit 

• Highway / Motorway-80 km / h
• Rural area - 30 km / h
• Urban areas - 25 km / h

Legal driving age

The minimum driving age in Bangladesh is 18 years, and the maximum age is 65 years to drive vehicles in Bangladesh.

Free import

• 200 cigarettes or
• 50 cigars or
• 225 g of tobacco;
• Two bottles of alcoholic beverages or 1 bottle if you are not traveling for tourist purposes – only non-Muslim travelers are allowed;
• 250ml perfume;
• Gifts worth up to 500 BDT
• Residents can import up to 150 BDT in local currency and an unlimited amount of foreign money. Non-residents can import a similar amount in local currency up to 1,000 dollars USA although amounts exceeding 150 dollars USA must be declared at customs. All travelers can take out up to 100 BDT in local currency, while residents can take out an amount equivalent to 25 USD in foreign currency. Non-residents can export up to 150 in foreign currency.
• All visitors departing from Bangladesh must pay an additional export tax of 300 BDT before leaving the country.

Prohibited products

• Illegal drugs
• Weapons, explosives and ammunition
• Knives and deadly weapons
• edible cereals, including rice and flour products;
• milk and dairy products;
• maps and charts
• beef, lamb and animal fats;
• green coconuts, coconuts and copra;
• rare items of archaeological interest;
• eggs and poultry meat;
• shrimp and prawns other than frozen and processed;
• feature films that are not certified by the Bangladesh Film Censorship Board as suitable for export;
• counterfeit money and goods
• pornographic materials
• All weapons can only be imported with the permission of the Ministry of Defense.
• Imports of pharmaceutical raw materials and packaging materials are subject to approval by the director of the Medicines Authority of the Government of Bangladesh. Special documents are required to import food, animal feed, and poultry.

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