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Visa requirements · updated Aug 2026

Do Philippines citizens need a visa for Bangladesh?

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Philippines citizens need a visa to enter Bangladesh. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.

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Philippines vs Bangladesh: passport comparison

Philippines

35

visa-free countries

Global rank: #128 · mobility 88.9

Bangladesh

17

visa-free countries

Global rank: #192 · mobility 65.3
11

countries both Philippines and Bangladesh can enter visa-free together

Philippines + Bangladesh: passport compatibility

75%

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

Where Philippines and Bangladesh travel together — by entry type:

11 both visa-free
14 both visa on arrival
34 both e-visa / eTA
88 both need a visa
50 access differs

Where Philippines and Bangladesh 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 (11)

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How the entry rule changed: Philippines → Bangladesh

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The Philippines → Bangladesh rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

1rule changes for the Philippines passport, 0 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

Bangladesh: good to know

Dhaka

Capital

Bangladeshi Taka (BDT)

Currency

Bangladesh Time (UTC+6)

Time zone

+880

Calling code

Where else Philippines goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Bangladesh

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

Obtained at the embassy in advance

Frequently asked

Do Philippines citizens need a visa for Bangladesh?
Philippines citizens need a visa to enter Bangladesh. Apply in advance at an embassy or visa centre.
Which passport is stronger — Philippines or Bangladesh?
The Philippines passport is stronger: 35 visa-free countries versus 17. Global rank: Philippines #128, Bangladesh #192.
Where can Philippines and Bangladesh citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 11 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Bangladesh?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus a visa obtained from the embassy in advance. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Philippines and Bangladesh?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Aug 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Philippines passport ranking

Where else the Philippines passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.

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