Drugs in Bangladesh: what are the rules for travelers?

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Drugs — Bangladesh

What travelers need to know about drugs in Bangladesh. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.

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Drugs in Bangladesh: prohibited — what is legal at home can be a serious crime here.

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Penalties for possessing, using, or trafficking illegal drugs in Bangladesh are particularly severe, including long jail, heavy fines, or death, with mandatory jail even for small amounts.

Death penalty possible; mandatory jail even for small amounts.

§ US State Dept — Bangladesh

Verified Jul 19, 2026

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