Bangladesh to India: Visa Requirements 2026

Entry Requirement — 2026
🇧🇩 Bangladesh 🇮🇳 India
Visa Required

A visa is required. Contact the embassy for current fees and processing times.

Bangladesh citizens must obtain a visa before entering India. Apply in advance at the India embassy or consulate in Bangladesh. Processing times vary — allow 2–4 weeks for the India embassy application. Both countries have a comparable cost of living (index ~22, NYC=100).

Bangladesh Passport Strength

16 Visa-free
14 Visa on arrival
57 e-Visa
110 Visa required

Entry Details — India

Entry type
Visa Required
A visa must be applied for at an embassy or consulate before departure.
Maximum stay
Stated on visa
Per entry. Extension may be possible in-country.
Cost of living — India
21.6
Index vs NYC=100 · Full data →
Income tax — India
30%
Top marginal rate · All tax rates →
Digital nomad visa
Not available
No dedicated digital nomad visa programme.
Monthly budget (comfortable)
~$540/month
Estimated for a single expat · Budget tool →

Other Asia Destinations — Bangladesh Passport

Cost of Living & Tax Overview

India and Bangladesh have a broadly similar cost of living (index 22 vs 21, NYC=100).
Full comparison: Bangladesh vs India →
Tax rates in India — income, corporate & VAT →

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Bangladesh citizens need a visa to visit India?+

Bangladesh passport holders currently have Visa Required access to India. A visa must be applied for at an embassy or consulate before departure.

How long can Bangladesh passport holders stay in India?+

The maximum stay is determined by the visa category granted at the India embassy. Single-entry visas typically allow 30–90 days; multi-entry visas vary.

Is there a digital nomad visa for India?+

Pas de nomad visa dédié. Long-stay visa standard disponible (90 jours, renouvelable hors Schengen). Revenu minimum non défini officiellement.

What is the cost of living in India?+

The cost of living index for India is 21.6 (NYC=100). See the entry details section for an estimated monthly expat budget. For detailed price breakdowns visit the full cost of living guide for India.

What documents are required for Bangladesh citizens to enter India?+

A valid Bangladesh passport is the minimum requirement. A visa must be obtained from a consulate or embassy before travel.

Data source: Passport Index 2026 (github.com/imorte/passport-index-data, MIT). Visa requirements change without notice — always verify with the official embassy before travel. Last updated April 2026. Not legal or immigration advice.