Get a Bangladesh Visa

Tourist Application Requirements for a Bangladesh Visa

  1. Passport

    You must provide your actual signed passport, including one copy of the personal information page of your passport. Your passport must:

    • Be valid for the next six months
    • Have at least one blank visa page (amendments and endorsement pages cannot be used to fulfill this requirement)
    • Not be frayed, torn, separating, or altered in any other way

    If your passport does not meet these requirements, please contact VisaCentral at 877-535-0688 for further details.

  2. Photographs

    You must provide two color, passport-type photographs that meets the following criteria:

    • Be taken within the last three months and printed on high-quality photo paper
    • Be taken against an all white background
    • Be two inches by two inches
    • Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
    • You may wear neither eyeglasses nor headwear except for religious purposes
    • Your photos should not be affixed to your application and it may not display evidence of adhesive tape or staples

  3. Visa Application Form

    The Consulate of Bangladesh has instituted a web-based visa application form. The application must be completed online and then printed. You must also upload a digital photograph to the application in addition to the two printed photographs required with this application. Details can be found at https://www.visa.gov.bd/. We cannot process your visa request if you do not complete the application form online. Your completed application must:

    • Include answers for all fields
    • Include your signature as it appears in your passport
    • Upload a digital photo (45 x 35mm in JPEG format, no larger than 300kb, against a white background)
    • Please leave all Payment Detail fields blank. Payment details are not required questions. When on the payment details screen simply click the Save & Next button to proceed to the next step, skipping all payment details. 

  4. Proof of Travel Arrangements

    You must provide proof of travel arrangements for the duration of your trip. Details of your intended arrangements must:

    • Include a copy of an itinerary or e-ticket that displays your round trip travel and entry and exit dates for your destination
    • Show the traveler's full name (as printed in his or her passport)

  5. Hotel Confirmation or Letter of Invitation

    You must provide a copy of your hotel reservation. If you are staying with a private individual, you must provide a letter of invitation from your host along with a copy of their passport and local ID card.

  6. VisaCentral Order Form

    Provide the VisaCentral Order Form included in this kit.

  7. Urgent Applications

    If you have an urgent visa application that carries a tight deadline, VisaCentral can help you to save valuable time and avoid expensive delays. A VisaCentral expert will review all of your documents to certify your application is accurate, complete and ready for submission. We will contact you personally to quickly handle any mistakes ensuring your application is submitted correctly. Visit https://visacentral.com/visa-pre-check-service to learn more about this service.

Business Visa Application Requirements for a Bangladesh Visa

  1. Visa Conditions

    Bangladesh will issue a "T" visa for conferences and standard business visits and meetings. "B" visas are reserved for those visiting to sign contracts in Bangladesh.

  2. Passport

    You must provide your actual signed passport, including one copy of the personal information page of your passport. Your passport must:

    • Be valid for the next six months
    • Have at least one blank visa page (amendments and endorsement pages cannot be used to fulfill this requirement)
    • Not be frayed, torn, separating, or altered in any other way

    If your passport does not meet these requirements, please contact VisaCentral at 877-535-0688 for further details.

  3. Photographs

    You must provide two color, passport-type photographs that meets the following criteria:

    • Be taken within the last three months and printed on high-quality photo paper
    • Be taken against an all white background
    • Be two inches by two inches
    • Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
    • You may wear neither eyeglasses nor headwear except for religious purposes
    • Your photos should not be affixed to your application and it may not display evidence of adhesive tape or staples

  4. Business Cover Letter

    You are required to provide a Business Cover Letter from your U.S.-based company. All letters must be printed on company letterhead that displays a U.S. mailing address. Use the included sample Business Cover Letter to complete your letter.In addition to the language provided in the sample, your Business Cover Letter must:

    • Be addressed to (addresses that do not comply will be rejected by the Consulate):
      The Embassy of Bangladesh
      3510 International Drive, NW
      Washington, DC 20008

  5. Visa Application Form

    The Consulate of Bangladesh has instituted a web-based visa application form. The application must be completed online and then printed. You must also upload a digital photograph to the application in addition to the two printed photographs required with this application. Details can be found at https://www.visa.gov.bd/. We cannot process your visa request if you do not complete the application form online. Your completed application must:

    • Include answers for all fields
    • Include your signature as it appears in your passport
    • Upload a digital photo (45 x 35mm in JPEG format, no larger than 300kb, against a white background)
    • Please leave all Payment Detail fields blank. Payment details are not required questions. When on the payment details screen simply click the Save & Next button to proceed to the next step, skipping all payment details. 

  6. Letter of Invitation

    You must obtain a letter of invitation. The organization you will be visiting is responsible for providing the invitation. A copy is acceptable. This letter must:

    • Be written on company letterhead
    • Include the full local address and phone number of the organization or person to be visited
    • Request the same validity of visa as in the Business Introduction Letter
    • Specify the number of entries you are requesting for your visa
    • Be addressed to (addresses that do not comply will be rejected by the Consulate):
      The Embassy of Bangladesh
      3510 International Drive, NW
      Washington, DC 20008

  7. Company Registration Details

    You must provide a copy of any of the following documents from the company you are visiting in Bangladesh:

    • Company Trade License
    • Company Registration Certificate
    • Any Certificate issued by the local government in Bangladesh in favor of the inviting Company

  8. VisaCentral Order Form

    Provide the VisaCentral Order Form included in this kit.

  9. Visa Upon Arrival

    It may be possible to obtain your visa upon arrival under limited circumstances. Visa requirements and travel restrictions vary greatly when obtaining an on arrival visa. In addition, local immigration officials also hold the right to refuse entry to anyone for any reason.

  10. Urgent Applications

    If you have an urgent visa application that carries a tight deadline, VisaCentral can help you to save valuable time and avoid expensive delays. A VisaCentral expert will review all of your documents to certify your application is accurate, complete and ready for submission. We will contact you personally to quickly handle any mistakes ensuring your application is submitted correctly. Visit https://visacentral.com/visa-pre-check-service to learn more about this service.

Bangladesh Visa FAQ

  1. When is the best time to apply for my Bangladesh visa?

    The best time to apply for your Bangladesh visa is 1-2 months before your travel date.
  2. Do I have to send you my passport to get a Bangladesh visa? Is it safe to send a passport?

    You will need to send your actual passport, not a copy of it. The Bangladesh visa is stamped on your passport and will become one of your passport pages. Visa requests cannot be processed without your original passport. Because of the importance of your passport, we strongly suggest that you send your application and passport to VisaCentral in a secure way, using a traceable courier such as FedEx, UPS, Express Mail or Certified Mail.

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Have an urgent visa application that carries a tight deadline?  VisaCentral can help you to save valuable time and avoid expensive delays.  A VisaCentral expert will review all of your documents to confirm your application is accurate, complete and ready for submission. We will contact you personally to quickly handle any mistakes ensuring your application is submitted correctly.

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