Quick answer
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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- Gold jewellery: Türkiye → Bangladesh
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- Cash & currency: Türkiye → Bangladesh
- Alcohol: Türkiye → Bangladesh
⛔ Bangladesh
- Narcotics & drugs: Illegal drugs are prohibited in practically every country. Penalties can include long prison sentences or worse.
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- 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 Türkiye 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 Türkiye 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.
Popular routes
- United Arab Emirates → Bangladesh
- Saudi Arabia → Bangladesh
- Qatar → Bangladesh
- Kuwait → Bangladesh
- Oman → Bangladesh
- Bahrain → Bangladesh
- All rules for Bangladesh
Sources
- 🟣 Reported Prothom Alo – NBR Non-Tourist Passenger Baggage Rules 2025
- ✅ Official Hazrat Shahjalal Int'l Airport – Customs information
Last checked: 2026-11-09