Bangladesh Visa Guide
A clear starting point for planning your visit to Bangladesh. Use this general guide to prepare your documents, understand the application steps and find the official information you need.
Before you apply
Check your category
Choose the visa type that matches your trip: tourism, business, study, employment, official travel or another approved purpose.
Prepare your passport
Keep a passport valid for the period required by the mission and make sure you have unused pages for visa and entry stamps.
Collect supporting papers
Prepare a recent photo, passport copy, travel plan, accommodation or invitation details and documents that explain your purpose.
Confirm fees and submission
Visa fees, payment method, appointment rules and processing time vary by mission and visa category. Follow the mission’s current instructions.
General application process
- 1
Complete the online application
Start at the official Bangladesh Online MRV Portal, enter your information carefully and keep your application details safe.
- 2
Print and sign the form
Print the completed application if requested by your mission and sign it exactly as required.
- 3
Arrange your documents
Organise the original documents and photocopies in the order requested by the Embassy or High Commission.
- 4
Submit and pay
Submit in person or by the approved method, pay the applicable fee and keep the receipt or delivery slip.
- 5
Wait for the decision
Do not make non-refundable travel arrangements until you understand the processing time and have the visa or approval you need.
Common visa purposes
Tourist
For holidays, visiting friends or relatives and other permitted short visits.
Business
Usually needs a clear business purpose and supporting letter or invitation.
Student / Research
Requires supporting documents from the relevant school, college or institution.
Work / NGO
May require appointment, authorisation, recommendation or clearance documents.
Visa on Arrival
Check eligibility before you fly
Visa on Arrival is available only to eligible travellers and under applicable conditions. It is not guaranteed; the final decision is made by the immigration authority at the port of entry.
- Carry your passport, return or onward ticket and accommodation or invitation proof.
- Keep printed copies of key documents and evidence that supports your purpose of travel.
- Confirm the latest eligibility, fee, entry point and permitted stay before departure.