Timor-Leste to Bangladesh: Visa Requirements 2026

Entry Requirement — 2026
🇹🇱 Timor-Leste 🇧🇩 Bangladesh
Visa on Arrival

Visa on arrival available. Duration set at immigration.

Timor-Leste passport holders are eligible for a visa on arrival in Bangladesh. The visa is issued at the border — no pre-application needed. Fees are typically payable in USD or local currency at the port of entry. Cost of living in Bangladesh is about 21% lower than in Timor-Leste (index 21 vs 42, NYC=100) — making it an attractive destination for longer stays.

Timor-Leste Passport Strength

55 Visa-free
27 Visa on arrival
55 e-Visa
62 Visa required

Entry Details — Bangladesh

Entry type
Visa on Arrival
A visa is issued at the border upon arrival — no pre-application needed.
Maximum stay
Varies — check destination
Per entry. Extension may be possible in-country.
Cost of living — Bangladesh
20.8
Index vs NYC=100 · Full data →
Income tax — Bangladesh
25%
Top marginal rate · All tax rates →
Digital nomad visa
Not available
No dedicated digital nomad visa programme.
Monthly budget (comfortable)
~$520/month
Estimated for a single expat · Budget tool →

Other Asia Destinations — Timor-Leste Passport

Cost of Living & Tax Overview

Bangladesh is approximately 21% cheaper than Timor-Leste (index 21 vs 42, NYC=100). This makes it attractive for expats and digital nomads seeking value.
Bangladesh cost of living guide →
Tax rates in Bangladesh — income, corporate & VAT →

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Timor-Leste citizens need a visa to visit Bangladesh?+

Timor-Leste passport holders currently have Visa on Arrival access to Bangladesh. A visa is issued at the border upon arrival — no pre-application needed.

How long can Timor-Leste passport holders stay in Bangladesh?+

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

Is there a digital nomad visa for Bangladesh?+

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 Bangladesh?+

The cost of living index for Bangladesh is 20.8 (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 Bangladesh.

What documents are required for Timor-Leste citizens to enter Bangladesh?+

A valid Timor-Leste passport is the minimum requirement. Since entry is visa on arrival, no additional visa is needed for short stays.

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.