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Sundarbans
Barramundi & Mangrove speciesobserve closed seasons
Asia · Fishing World Guide
Bangladesh.
Fishing in Bangladesh 2026: Permits, Best Spots, Charters & Costs
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target species
Yes
license needed
Apr–Jun
best season
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Do you need a license?
License
Yes.
Sport fishing permit: From 500-1,000 BDT (~4-8 EUR). Cheap!
›All license details
- Where to apply?
- Through local providers or the Department of Fisheries.
- Cost
- Sport fishing permit: From 500-1,000 BDT (~4-8 EUR). Cheap!
- Validity
- Day or travel permit
- Available online?
- No
Bangladesh is the land of rivers! The Ganges, Brahmaputra and Meghna form the world's largest river delta (Sundarbans). The Hilsa (Ilish) is the national fish and is culturally sacred. Hardly known for sport fishing but enormous potential!
When to go?
The season at a glance.
Best season
Hilsa: July-October (season). Dry season: November-April. Monsoon: June-September (flooding!).
Where to fish?
The top waters.
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Padma River
Large catfish species & Hilsa runs
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Kaptai Lake
Carp species & Golden Mahseer in reservoir surroundings
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Meghna Estuary
Hilsa hotspotstrictly regulated
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Cox's Bazar Coast
Sea fishing outside protection periods
What's biting?
Your target species.
›+3 more species
Hilsa (Nationalfisch)Helicopter catfish (Riesenwels)Snakehead
The rules.
Four things you need to know.
Closed seasons
Closed seasons
Hilsa: Closed seasons during spawning (October). Varies regionally.
Catch limits
Catch limits
Hilsa: Strict regulation (national fish!). Others: Moderate limits.
Prohibited methods
Prohibited methods
Dynamite, poison prohibited. Nets regulated.
Catch & release
Catch & release
Not very common. Fish is a vital food source.
What does it cost?
4-8 €
License
4-8 EUR. Extremely cheap!
15-150 USD
Guide per day
15-150 USD/day.
10-25 USD
Daily budget
Budget: 10-25 USD (extremely cheap!). Comfort: 40-100 USD.
Bite times
The best fishing times — free.
Best fishing times
·Bangladesh23.68°, 90.36°
🎣 Live catches in bangladesch
2 verified catches
Not enough data (2 catches)
Bite-time forecast appears from 5 catches.
Plan your trip.
Everything in one place.
All the details
The fine print.
License in detail
Through local providers or the Department of Fisheries. — Bangladesh is the land of rivers! The Ganges, Brahmaputra and Meghna form the world's largest river delta (Sundarbans). The Hilsa (Ilish) is the national fish and is culturally sacred. Hardly known for sport fishing but enormous potential!
Rules in detail
Hilsa (Ilish) is culturally as important in Bangladesh as salmon is in Norway! During the Hilsa season the whole country goes crazy.
Freshwater
World's largest river delta! Ganges, Brahmaputra, Meghna. Water everywhere.
Saltwater
580 km coastline on the Bay of Bengal. Cox's Bazar: Longest beach in the world (120 km!).
Equipment
Hardly any tackle shops. Bring your own equipment.
Guides
Local guides: 15-50 USD/day. Sundarbans tour: 50-150 USD/day.
Getting there
Flights to Dhaka. Domestic flights. Boats in the delta. Roads often flooded!
Safety
Sundarbans: Bengal tigers! Crocodiles. Monsoon: Life-threatening floods. Cholera risk.
Customs & fish export
Visa required in advance. Fishing equipment permitted.
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All information without guarantee. Always check with the official local authorities. Not legal advice. Last updated: May 23, 2026
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