Australia to Bangladesh customs duty calculator

Duty-free allowance, gold, phones, cash and banned items for travellers arriving in Bangladesh from Australia.

✅ Every number is labelled Official, Reported or Estimated, with its source and the date we checked it.

Quick answer

Duty-free allowance in BangladeshBDT 60,000 ≈ Estimated
Gold jewellerydeclare 🟣 Reported
Mobile phonesallowed 🟣 Reported
Cash & currencyallowed ≈ Estimated
Alcoholrestricted ✅ Official

Bangladesh lists specific duty-free items (personal effects, one of several household electronics) instead of a single value limit. This figure is an estimate.

50 g of 22K gold is worth about BDT 736,422 at today's rate.

Duty-free allowance in Bangladesh

Bangladesh lists specific duty-free items (personal effects, one of several household electronics) instead of a single value limit. This figure is an estimate. ≈ Estimated

Fixed baggage duties vary by item. This combined rate is an estimate. ≈ Estimated

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⛔ Bangladesh

  • Narcotics & drugs: Illegal drugs are prohibited in practically every country. Penalties can include long prison sentences or worse.

⚠️

  • Alcohol: Foreign passport holders: 1 L of alcohol duty-free. Not for Bangladeshi Muslims.
  • Medicines: Personal-use medicines are usually allowed with a prescription. Controlled medicines (strong painkillers, sedatives, ADHD drugs) may need prior approval.
  • Plants, seeds & fruit: Plants, seeds and fresh fruit usually need a phytosanitary certificate. Declare them.
  • Weapons & ammunition: Firearms, ammunition and many knives need an import permit or licence issued in advance.

⚖️ If you don't declare

  • Undeclared goods above the allowance can be confiscated, and you may pay the duty plus a penalty (often up to the value of the goods).
  • Undeclared cash over the limit can be seized until you prove where it came from.
  • Smuggling, prohibited items or large commercial quantities can lead to arrest and prosecution.
  • Illegal drugs carry very severe penalties in most countries, including long prison sentences.

≈ Estimated

Frequently asked questions

How much can I bring duty-free from Australia to Bangladesh?

BDT 60,000. Bangladesh lists specific duty-free items (personal effects, one of several household electronics) instead of a single value limit. This figure is an estimate.

Can I carry Gold jewellery from Australia to Bangladesh?

Up to 100 g of gold ornaments (or 200 g silver) duty-free once per calendar year, max 12 pieces of the same type.

How much cash can I carry to Bangladesh?

No special restriction recorded. The normal duty-free allowance and duty apply.

Can I pay customs duty online before travelling to Bangladesh?

There is no online pre-payment for Bangladesh at the moment. Declare at the red channel on arrival if you are over the allowance.

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Last checked: 2026-11-09