Travel advice for Bangladesh.

Here you will find important tips and useful information for Bangladesh.

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in Swiss francs (CHF)

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Banknotes

in US Dollar (USD)

  • Change cash in local currency

Local currency / ISO Code

Taka BDT

Further Information

Credit cards

 

  • Use credit card with caution. Unauthorized use is widespread.

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Practical Information:

Time difference with Switzerland

+ 5 h / + 4 h during our summer time

Capital

Dhaka

National language

Official language

Bengali

Language capabilities

English

Voltage

220/240 volt / adapter required

Opening hours

Banks

9.00 - 15.00 h (Sun - Wed)
9.00 - 13.00 h (Thu)

Stores

9.00/10.00 - 20.00/21.00 h (Sat - Thu)

Travel documents for Swiss citizens

Passport still valid 6 months or more after end of stay with visa, return or onward travel ticket and proof of sufficient funds for stays up to 3 months.

Driving
  • Left-hand driving.

  • Rental cars available only with driver.

Health situation
  • Do not drink tap water.

  • Mosquito protection advised.

  • Year-round risk of malaria throughout the country.

  • Risk of dengue fever.

  • Vaccination against diphtheria, tetanus, hepatitis A, polio and measles recommended.

Cultural characteristics
  • Bangladesh is a predominantly Moslem country. Please observe local customs for dress code and conduct.

  • Ramadan 2019: 05.05. - 04.06.

Swiss Embassy / Consulate

Dhaka, Bir Bikram Major Hafiz Sarak, Road 18, House 31-B, Banani
Tel.: +880 2 881 28 74 / +880 2 881 28 75 / +880 2 881 28 76

Other information

Security

  • Travelers who wish to travel to this country are advised to inquire about current traveler safety prior to departure.

  • Malgrado l'aumento delle misure di sicurezza esiste sempre il rischio di attacchi terroristici.

  • High crime rate.

  • Do not carry valuables (watches, jewelry, expensive cameras, etc.) on you.

  • Avoid demonstrations and large crowds.

  • Avoid nighttime driving.

Special legal regulations

Severe penalties for violations of drug laws (up to life imprisonment/death penalty).

Country code for calling Switzerland

00 41 (disregard '0' preceding Swiss area codes)

Feiertage
  • 21. Februar:  Shaheed Day (Sprachbewegungstag)
  • 17. März: Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's Geburtstag.(Ehrt den Geburtstag des Gründervaters von Bangladesch, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.)

  • 26. März: Unabhängigkeitstag
  • Jumu'atul-Wida (Letzter Freitag des Ramadan): Tag des Abschieds
  • Eid ul-Fitr (Datum variiert): Ende des Ramadan
  • Eid ul-Adha (Datum variiert - zwei Monate nach Eid ul-Fitr): Opferfest
  • 1. Mai: Tag der Arbeit
  • Buddha Purnima (Datum variiert): Buddhas Geburtstag
  • Krishna Janmashtami (Datum variiert): Die Geburt von Lord Krishna
  • Mawlid (Datum variiert): Geburtstag des Propheten Muhammad
  • Vijayadashami (Datum variiert): Es feiert den Sieg der Göttin Durga über den Dämon Mahishasura und symbolisiert den Triumph des Guten über das Böse.
  • 16. Dezember: Victory Day (Tag des Sieges)

    Diese Feiertage spiegeln die kulturelle und religiöse Vielfalt Bangladeschs wider und werden landesweit mit verschiedenen Zeremonien und Aktivitäten gefeiert.

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Important

While every precaution has been taken to verify the information provided, Swiss Bankers Prepaid Services Ltd does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of Country Information. Swiss Bankers therefore shall not be held liable for any damage or loss sustained in connection with any errors or omissions contained therein.

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