Bangladesh Travel Risk Level

Exercise increased caution in Bangladesh due to unrest , crime , terrorism , and kidnapping . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Unrest Protests can occur and turn violent without notice. Avoid all gatherings, even peaceful ones. Crime In Bangladesh’s major cities, common crimes include muggings, burglaries, assaults, and illegal drug trafficking. Stay aware of petty crime in crowded areas, such as pickpocketing. These crimes tend to be based on time and location. There is no evidence that foreigners are targeted because of their country of origin. Terrorism There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other terrorist activity, in Bangladesh. Visit the U.S. Department of State's country reports on terrorism to learn more Kidnapping There is risk of kidnapping in the Chittagong Hill Tracts Region, areas near the border with Burma, and refugee camps near Cox’s Bazar. Review the Risks in Specific Areas section to learn more. Restrictions on movement for U.S. government employees U.S. citizens in Bangladesh are advised to take similar precautions as U.S. government employees. U.S. government employees in Bangladesh must consult with the embassy security office before any overnight travel within Dhaka, or before any travel outside Dhaka for non-essential reasons. They must take appropriate security and accountability precautions during this travel. The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in Bangladesh, particularly outside of Dhaka. This is due to these travel restrictions, a lack of infrastructure, and limited emergency responses from the local government. Do not travel to: Chittagong Hill Tracts Region for any reason due to unrest , crime , terrorism , and kidnapping . Areas near the border with Burma and refugee camps near Cox’s Bazar for any reason due to unrest , crime , and kidnapping .

Higher-risk regions — Level 4 (Do Not Travel): Chittagong Hill Tracts Region for any reason due to unrest , crime , terrorism , and kidnapping . Areas near the border with Burma and refugee camps near Cox’s Bazar for any reason due to unrest ,…

Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). Areas where FCDO advises against all but essential travel FCDO advises against all but essential travel to the Chittagong Hill Tracts, an area made up of the districts of: Rangamati Khagrachari Bandarban Find out more about why FCDO advises against travel . See how to get help from the UK government abroad including in an emergency. Hindu festival of Durga Puja The Hindu festival of Durga Puja will take place in Bangladesh from 16 to 21 October 2026. Public celebrations are expected throughout the festival. Expect large crowds around festival sites and Hindu temples, increased security and traffic disruption. There has been intercommunal violence during previous festivals. Remain vigilant, stay away from large crowds where possible, keep up to date with local media and follow the advice of local authorities. Flooding Flash floods and landslides have affected parts of Bangladesh, including the Chittagong Hill Tracts, Cox’s Bazar and Sylhet regions. There is an increased risk of seasonal flooding in parts of northeast Bangladesh, including the Sylhet region, due to heavy rainfall during the pre‑monsoon period. Flooding may occur with little warning and could disrupt transport, utilities and access to services, particularly in low‑lying and river‑adjacent areas. Monitor local weather forecasts and updates from the Bangladesh Flood Forecasting and Warning Centre and the Bangladesh Meteorological Department and follow the advice of local authorities. Global travel impacts due to escalation in the Middle East Escalation in the Middle East has caused widespread travel disruption, including airspace closures, delayed and cancelled flights. Your travel plans may be affected, even if your destination is not in the Middle East. Before you travel: check travel advice for any countries or territories you are transiting through check for the latest u

Higher-risk regions — Advise against all but essential travel: FCDO advises against all but essential travel to the Chittagong Hill Tracts, an area made up of the districts of: Rangamati Khagrachari Bandarban

France Diplomatie : déplacement déconseillé sauf raison impérative sur l'ensemble du pays (orange).

Higher-risk regions — Travel formally advised against: (rouge) Régions frontalières de la Birmanie Dans le contexte de tensions liées à l’afflux de réfugiés Rohingyas au Bangladesh, il est formellement déconseillé de se rendre dans les zones frontalières…

Auswärtiges Amt: Reise- und Sicherheitshinweise (general travel and security advice); no travel warning in effect.