About Bangladesh's Correctional System
Bangladesh's correctional system is managed by the Bangladesh Prison Directorate. For inmate searches, use the official contacts listed below or contact the facility directly using the phone numbers on this page. Where available, the facility listings below include addresses, inmate capacity, and descriptive information.
For US citizens detained in Bangladesh, contact US Embassy Bangladesh at +880 2 5566 2000 immediately, or call the US State Department Citizens Emergency Center at 1-888-407-4747 from the US.
Bangladesh Resources & Legal Services
Key Bangladesh Prison Contacts
| Agency / Contact | Location | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladesh Prison Directorate | Bangladesh | +880-2-9559-088 | Visit Site |
| US Embassy Bangladesh | Bangladesh | +880 2 5566 2000 | Visit Site |
| US State Dept Emergency (from US) | Washington DC | 1-888-407-4747 | Visit Site |
Showing 6 facilities in Bangladesh
Chittagong District Jail
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Closed
Major district prison in Bangladesh's second largest city and principal port. Houses remand and sentenced prisoners from the Chittagong judicial district. Chronic overcrowding documented by human rights organisations.
Cumilla District Jail
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Closed
Major district prison in central Bangladesh. One of 68 district prisons operating under the Bangladesh Prison Directorate. Serious overcrowding conditions throughout the system.
Dhaka Central Jail (Keraniganj Prison)
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Closed
Bangladesh's largest prison located at Keraniganj south of Dhaka. Replaced the old Dhaka Central Jail on the site of what is now the Supreme Court complex. Severely overcrowded holding far more than its official capacity. Houses condemned prisoners on death row as well as long-term sentenced inmates.
Khulna District Jail
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Closed
District prison in the southwestern region of Bangladesh near the Sundarbans. Serves the Khulna judicial district for both remand and sentenced prisoners.
Rajshahi Central Jail
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Closed
Central prison in the northwest of Bangladesh. One of the older colonial-era correctional facilities. Houses prisoners from the Rajshahi Division.
Sylhet District Jail
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Closed
District prison in northeastern Bangladesh serving the Sylhet judicial district. Houses remand and sentenced prisoners from the tea-growing region.
Bangladesh Prison FAQ
Browse the facility listings on this page to find the specific institution, then contact them directly using the phone number listed. For US citizens detained in Bangladesh, contact US Embassy Bangladesh at +880 2 5566 2000 immediately.
Contact US Embassy Bangladesh at +880 2 5566 2000 immediately, or call the US State Department Citizens Emergency Center at 1-888-407-4747 from the US. Consular officers can visit detained Americans, provide lists of local attorneys, and notify family members.
Visitation rules vary significantly by facility and security level in Bangladesh. You will typically need to be on an approved visitor list, present valid government-issued photo ID, and comply with the facility's dress code. Contact the specific facility directly using the phone number listed on this page to confirm current visitation hours and requirements.
Contact Bangladesh Bar Council for referrals to qualified criminal defense attorneys in Bangladesh. The US Embassy can also provide a list of local attorneys. You can also find a criminal lawyer through our directory.
Each Bangladesh facility has its own approved methods for receiving inmate funds. Contact the facility directly using the phone numbers listed on this page for current accepted payment methods, deposit limits, and procedures.