Bangladesh
Warnings and insurance
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) provides advice about risks of travel to help British nationals make informed decisions. Find out more about FCDO travel advice.
FCDO advises against all but essential travel to the whole of Bangladesh
Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against FCDO advice. Consular support is also severely limited where FCDO advises against travel.
Violence in Bangladesh
The Bangladesh government has imposed a curfew from 2359hrs23:59hrs (local time) on 19 July 20242024. untilIt 1200hrsis onnot 20clear Julywhen 2024.it The curfew will recommencebe atlifted. 1400hrs on 20 July 2024 until 1000hrs on 21 July 2024. There isare widespread violenceprotests across Bangladesh, including resulting in deaths. You are advised to shelter in a safe place and follow the advice of local authorities authorities.
Communications have been severely disrupted, including mobile and internet services and local media.
Find out more about why FCDO advises against travel.
Before you travel
No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide as well as support for British nationals abroad which includes:
- advice on preparing for travel abroad and reducing risks
- information for women, LGBT+ and disabled travellers
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Travel insurance
If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance. Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.