Bangladesh · Telecom, Internet & Apps

Banglalink

A major mobile network operator in Bangladesh offering competitive data plans and prepaid options for visitors.

What it helps with

Data right after landingAirport booths.
A local number for OTPsNeeded for apps.
Cheap calls abroadIDD packs.

About Banglalink

Banglalink is one of Bangladesh's principal mobile network operators, positioned around competitive data pricing, providing both prepaid options for visitors and postpaid plans for residents.

Key Features

Competitive Data Plans: Frequently positioned with attractive data allowances relative to price.
Prepaid Tourist SIMs: Data-and-call prepaid options available for short-term visitors at the airport and retail stores.
Network Coverage: Solid coverage across Dhaka and other major cities.
Digital Account Management: An app for checking balance, topping up and managing plan details.

How to Get Started

Buy a Banglalink SIM card at the airport, a Banglalink store, or an authorized retailer.
Choose a prepaid tourist package matching your data and call needs.
Insert the SIM and follow the activation instructions.
Top up as needed through the app, retail points or online.

Before you use it

Sign-up: A Banglalink SIM for a foreigner is registered biometrically with a passport and visa at a customer centre.
Good to know: Packs are bought by dialling USSD codes or in the operator app; bKash and Nagad can recharge any number.

English available

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Banglalink work with a foreign bank card in Bangladesh?: Not reliably - a foreign card may be declined. Check the notice above, or plan to use a local payment method.
Is Banglalink available in English?: Yes, Banglalink has an English-language interface.
Do I need a local phone number to use Banglalink?: No, an international phone number generally works for Banglalink.
Do I need local ID or residency for Banglalink?: No, Banglalink doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.
Where can I use Banglalink?: iOS · Android · Web
How much does Banglalink cost?: Prepaid packs from a few taka a day