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Palau visa for Bangladeshis

Island Times reports that Palau Executive Order 499, effective 30 March 2026, ended visa on arrival for Bangladeshi nationals. They now need a visa issued before travel or written pre-clearance from the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection (BCBP). We could not open an official Palau government page, so these facts are only partly verified. Last checked 3 November 2026.

Quick answer: Visa needed?: Yes, before travel. A pre-issued visa or written BCBP pre-clearance is reported for Bangladeshi nationals from 30 March 2026 (news report; official text not opened).. Where to apply: Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Palau. No application portal or Palau mission in Dhaka was verified.. Confirm before you pay.

Official source checkedLast checked: 3 November 2026Visa or written pre-clearance needed before travel
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VISA NEEDED?

Yes, before travel. A pre-issued visa or written BCBP pre-clearance is reported for Bangladeshi nationals from 30 March 2026 (news report; official text not opened).

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WHERE TO APPLY

Bureau of Customs and Border Protection, Palau. No application portal or Palau mission in Dhaka was verified.

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FEE

No fee found for pre-clearance. Confirm with BCBP.

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STAY

Approved visitors may stay up to 30 days unless they obtain a separate visa or permit (news report).

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PROCESSING TIME

Applications must be sent at least 5 days before travel; BCBP acknowledges within 24 hours and decides within 3 to 5 business days (news report).

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DOCUMENTS

Passport copy, confirmed return ticket, accommodation details and proof of funds (news report).

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AIRLINE CHECK

Airlines reportedly may not board travellers from listed countries without the pre-clearance letter.

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PASSPORT VALIDITY

Not confirmed officially. Many guides say 6 months; confirm with your airline.

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HEALTH

Not checked on an official page. Confirm health rules.

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CONTACT

No verified BCBP email or phone found; do not use unofficial contacts.

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How to travel

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  • According to a news report on Executive Order 499, Bangladeshi nationals cannot rely on visa on arrival. Apply for a visa or written pre-clearance at least 5 days before travel and carry the confirmation letter to the airport.
  • Because we have not seen the official order, ask the Palau BCBP or a Palau representative to confirm the process before you buy tickets.

Total cost

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  • Government fee: not confirmed. Flights to Palau are long and usually connect via Manila, Guam, Taipei or Seoul, which may need transit visas. Travel Counsellor Ltd. service charges, if any, are quoted separately in BDT by our office. Checked 3 November 2026.

Transit and connecting visas

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  • Check transit visa rules for every connecting country separately.

Where to apply: receiving authority

Bureau of Customs and Border Protection (BCBP), Palau

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Address: Koror, Republic of Palau (street address not verified); no Palau mission in Dhaka verified

Phone: Not verified

Email: Not verified

Hours: Not listed

Website: www.palaugov.pw

Ask BCBP or the nearest Palau representative how to submit pre-clearance from Bangladesh.

Offices, hours and appointment rules change. Check the official website or ask us before you go.

Document checklist

Documents change by visa type and profile. Our counsellor confirms your exact list.

Pre-clearance request (all travellers)

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  • Copy of passport
  • Confirmed return ticket (genuine booking)
  • Accommodation details (genuine booking)
  • Proof of funds

Employed travellers (supporting)

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  • Job letter, NOC and bank statement

Business owners (supporting)

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  • Trade licence and bank statement

Students (supporting)

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  • Institution letter and sponsor bank statement

Children (supporting)

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  • Birth certificate and parent consent as precaution

Things to watch

  • The rule comes from a news report on Executive Order 499; an official Palau page was not opened.
  • Some aggregator sites wrongly say visa on arrival or visa-free for Bangladesh.
  • Do not use dummy tickets or fake bookings.
  • Travel Counsellor Ltd. is a private consultancy, not an embassy. Decisions rest with Palau authorities.
  • No approval is guaranteed and rules can change.

Frequently asked questions

Do Bangladeshis need a visa for Palau?

Reports say a visa or written pre-clearance is needed before travel since 30 March 2026. Confirm with BCBP.

Can I get visa on arrival?

Not for Bangladeshi nationals according to the reported order.

How early should I apply?

At least 5 days before travel, according to the report; apply much earlier.

Is approval guaranteed?

No. Authorities decide and rules can change.