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Visa requirements · updated Aug 2026

Do Bangladesh citizens need a visa for Sri Lanka?

Visa on arrival

Bangladesh citizens can get a visa on arrival for Sri Lanka — right at the airport or border, no embassy needed.

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Bangladesh vs Sri Lanka: passport comparison

Bangladesh

17

visa-free countries

Global rank: #192 · mobility 65.3

Sri Lanka

19

visa-free countries

Global rank: #180 · mobility 71.4
13

countries both Bangladesh and Sri Lanka can enter visa-free together

Bangladesh + Sri Lanka: passport compatibility

90%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Bangladesh and Sri Lanka travel together — by entry type:

13 both visa-free
16 both visa on arrival
45 both e-visa / eTA
104 both need a visa
19 access differs

Where Bangladesh and Sri Lanka can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (13)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Only Bangladesh is visa-free (4)

Only Sri Lanka is visa-free (6)

Sri Lanka: good to know

Colombo

Capital

Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR)

Currency

Sri Lanka Time (UTC+5:30)

Time zone

+94

Calling code

Where else Bangladesh goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Sri Lanka

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Visa on arrival

Issued at the border on arrival

Frequently asked

Do Bangladesh citizens need a visa for Sri Lanka?
Bangladesh citizens can get a visa on arrival for Sri Lanka — right at the airport or border, no embassy needed.
Which passport is stronger — Bangladesh or Sri Lanka?
The Sri Lanka passport is stronger: 19 visa-free countries versus 17. Global rank: Bangladesh #192, Sri Lanka #180.
Where can Bangladesh and Sri Lanka citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 13 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Sri Lanka?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Aug 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Bangladesh passport ranking

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