Student Visa
S
The S visa is for foreign students studying at a government-approved educational institution in Bangladesh. It is issued by a Bangladesh mission and extended by the Department of Immigration and Passports. Spouses and dependent family members can travel on an FS visa.
1 entry rule for Bangladesh based on recent travel
These apply to people who were recently in certain countries. Sign in and add your trips to see whether any apply to you.
Yellow fever certificate needed after a stay in countries with risk of yellow fever transmission (WHO list)
Travellers aged 1 year and over arriving from, or having transited any airport in, a yellow fever risk country need a valid yellow fever certificate.
WHO International Travel and Health, Annex 1: Countries with risk of yellow fever transmission and countries requiring proof of vaccination against yellow fever (18 Nov 2022, revised 3 Jan 2023) WHO ITH Country List: Vaccination requirements and WHO recommendations for international travellers, 2022 edition (18 Nov 2022, revised 3 Jan 2023) Checked October 19, 2026
Life in Bangladesh
Money
3
Currency
Bangladeshi Taka
BDT
Bangladeshi Taka
Cost of living
29
Price level · US = 100
World Bank price levels, 2025
Tax
10–30%
Income tax (national)
VAT 15%
First BDT 375,000 tax-free (higher for women, seniors, disabled); 30% above BDT 3.575 million.
Living
1
Happiness
#125 of 145 countries
World Happiness Report 2025
Your edge here Members
What gives you an edge here: passports, visas and permits you hold, work, study, language and family ties
Who it’s for
Foreign nationals admitted to a government-approved educational institution in Bangladesh.
Eligibility
Admission
Admission to a government-approved educational institution in Bangladesh.
Sponsorship and funds
Sponsorship and a bank guarantee are listed among the documents for issue.
DependantsFS visa
Spouse and dependent family members of S visa holders can apply for an FS visa with proof of the relationship.
A sneak peek at what's inside
- Document checklistAdmission documents from a government-approved institution
- FeesStudent visa fee
- Steps to applyGet admission to a government-approved educational institution in Bangladesh
The full requirements are for members
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- 6 documents
- 1 fee
- 4 steps
- Processing times and conditions
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Other routes to Bangladesh
- Visit & tourismTourist Visa (T) and Visa on Arrival
- Work permitsEmployment Visa (E) with Work Permit
- FamilyNo Visa Required (NVR) for foreign spouses, children and people of Bangladeshi origin
- Investors & entrepreneursInvestor Visa (PI) and NVR for large investors
