Moving to Bangladesh
Bordered on three sides by India and sharing a border with Burma, Bangladesh is located in South Asia on the northern edge of the Bay of Bengal. About 140 million people inhabit the country,
13 published visa guides · 13 editorially reviewed in Q2 2026
Capital
Dhaka
Region
Asia (Southern Asia)
Currency
BDT
Cost of Living Index
22.8
Net Monthly Salary
2007
Healthcare
Mixed
Safety Index
N/A
Rent Index
2.6
Quality Index
N/A
Country Profile
In-depth facts & data for Bangladesh· Updated 2026-06-02
Bordered on three sides by India and sharing a border with Burma, Bangladesh is located in South Asia on the northern edge of the Bay of Bengal. About 140 million people inhabit the country, which is 55,598 square miles. Bangladesh consists primarily of low-lying deltaic plains that never rise more than 35 feet above s…
For planning only. Always verify immigration and legal rules on official government sites.
Official Languages
Official Links
- Department of Immigration & Passports
Official immigration portal for visas, entry rules, and residency steps.
Newcomer Checklist
- - Confirm visa status and entry conditions before booking travel
- - Prepare temporary housing and proof of address where required
- - Set up local phone, banking, tax, and health coverage steps
- - Save emergency numbers, official portals, and scam-reporting channels
Local Services & Setup
Banking: Confirm newcomer-friendly banks locally.
Fintech: Confirm available local payment apps.
Healthcare access: Limited
Health waiting period: 180 day(s)
Emergency & Safety
Save local emergency, police, medical, embassy, and fraud-reporting contacts after arrival. Check official government portals before relying on third-party lists.
Crime index: N/A · Safety index: N/A
Settlement Funds & Financial Notes
Settlement funds guidance is being added for this country.
City-Level Cost Snapshot
| City | Single monthly | Family monthly | 1BR center |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capital | €580 – €950 | €1,450 – €2,375 | €220 – €450 |
Who Qualifies Best
Qualification profile data is being added for this country.
Official vs Reality
Reality-check comparisons are being added for this country.
Sources & References
Country data is a planning aid. Official government sources override MigrantIQ summaries for immigration, legal, tax, health, and emergency rules.
- MigrantIQ country profile
Summary profile maintained for planning. Last updated 2026-05-07.
- World Bank and public data sources
Used for economic and country-level indicators where available.
- Numbeo and public cost datasets
Used for cost-of-living signals for Bangladesh where available.
Foreign embassies in Bangladesh
97 active diplomatic missions in our directory. Sample listings below.
- Consulate General of Japan in Chittagong, Bangladesh — 🇯🇵 Japan, Chittagong
- Consulate General of Myanmar in Chittagong, Bangladesh — 🇲🇲 Myanmar, Chittagong
- Consulate of Germany in Chittagong, Bangladesh — 🇩🇪 Germany, Chittagong
- Consulate of Indonesia in Chittagong, Bangladesh — 🇮🇩 Indonesia, Chittagong
- Consulate of Italy in Chittagong, Bangladesh — 🇮🇹 Italy, Chittagong
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Frequently Asked Questions
Verify your visa pathway, legal rights and duties, expected monthly costs, and safe housing setup before travel.
Use the scam alerts section for active patterns and red flags, then confirm every paid service through official channels.
Start with visa eligibility, then create a realistic budget and shortlist temporary housing. Banking setup usually follows legal arrival steps.