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Mobile phones from United States to Bangladesh: customs rules & duty

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allowed 🟣 Reported

One new mobile phone per calendar year duty-free (BMET card holders abroad 6+ months: two).

Mobile phones rules in Bangladesh

One new mobile phone per calendar year duty-free (BMET card holders abroad 6+ months: two). 🟣 Reported

Prothom Alo – NBR Non-Tourist Passenger Baggage Rules 2025

Duty-free allowance in 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. ≈ Estimated

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

Leaving United States

  • Report more than US$10,000 in cash when leaving the U.S. ✅ Official

⚖️ 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

Can I carry Mobile phones from United States to Bangladesh?

One new mobile phone per calendar year duty-free (BMET card holders abroad 6+ months: two).

Do I need to declare Mobile phones when arriving in Bangladesh?

allowed. One new mobile phone per calendar year duty-free (BMET card holders abroad 6+ months: two).

How much can I bring duty-free from United States 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 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