WHY STAY IN Dhaka
A high-energy capital where location determines everything
Dhaka delivers very low big-city costs, a huge food culture, strong mobile connectivity and exposure to one of Asia’s fastest-moving commercial environments.
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COST OF LIVING
Monthly Budget Min.
Monthly Budget Max.
Average Rent (1BR)
Food Cost
Transport Cost
Coworking Cost
Utilites Cost
Gym Cost
$850
$1750
$480
$220
$80
$105
$105
$30
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CLIMATE
Avg. Summer Temp.
Avg. Winter Temp.
Humidity
Rain
Sunshine
28.6
19.4
Very high
Very High
Moderate
Climate Notes
VISA
Visa Status
Visa Type
Long Stay Possible
Bangladesh Visa, Long-Stay Permission
Yes
Visa requirements may vary depending on your nationality. The information provided here reflects the general visa conditions of the country.
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Dhaka is best approached as an immersive working city rather than a leisure destination. It is dense, energetic and commercially important, with a growing middle class, expanding café culture and extensive app-based services. Gulshan, Banani and Baridhara provide the easiest infrastructure for international residents, while Dhanmondi offers a more cultural and locally integrated lifestyle. Traffic is the dominant constraint, so a short commute matters more than almost any other choice. Dhaka suits experienced travelers who can create a controlled home-office environment and appreciate the city’s food, people and commercial momentum.
Dhaka
Bangladesh / South Asia


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