Visa
Foreign nationals (unless exempted) require a valid visa to enter Bangladesh. The types and categories of visa differ according to the purpose of visit, length of stay and bilateral arrangement between Bangladesh and the country of nationality of the intending visitor.
Nepali Citizens
A Nepali national intending to visit Bangladesh for tourism may get a 30 days single entry visa once a year (without any fee) at any international airport in Bangladesh. For subsequent visits within a year, visa fee is applicable depending on duration of the stay and number of entry permits.
However, if the purpose of travel is for studying, doing business or working in an organization, it is advisable to take an appropriate visa.
Procedure
Upon receiving an application, Bangladesh Embassy determines the type and category of visa and duration of stay. Fees may vary with type and duration of visa.
Important things to know before applying for visa
- At the time of visa application, the passport should have validity of at least 6 months.
- The fee submitted at the time of application is non-refundable.
- Some visa categories require a through and time consuming process of examination.
- Applicant may be called for an interview if it is felt necessary by the visa issuing officer. The Embassy also has the right to ask for any additional documents, if required.
- Applicants are advised confirm travel arrangements only after obtaining a visa.
- It takes an average of 3-5 working days for issuing a normal visa (Special categories such as N – visa, J – visa etc.) take longer period.
- Acceptance of visa application by the Consular Section does not automatically guarantee grant of a visa. The Embassy has the right to refuse the application after examination without assigning any reason.
Guideline for Applications
The following documents are necessary to submit application:
- Printed copy of duly filled-in application form (with bar code) after submission of required information online at www.visa.gov.bd
- The original passport with validity of at least 6 months
- A copy of the information page of passport
- 2 (two) copies of a recent passport size photographs. [The photo should be- (a) clear, with no shadows; (b) of passport-size (55×45 mm); and (c) with the applicant looking straight at the camera]
- Applicant of below 18 years of age has to submit a written consent from any of parents with copy of parents’ passports / IDs and applicant’s birth certificate/municipality declaration.
- Proof of deposit of payment of required fees.
Mandatory required documents
The most common categories and their requirements are as follows:
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Category |
Purpose |
Required documents |
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Diplomatic / official visa |
Visiting on official duty |
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Business (B) visa |
Visit for business purpose |
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Student (S) visa |
Visiting on study purpose |
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Tourist (T) visa |
Visiting for the purposes of tourism/ meeting with relatives/ religious purpose/ attending non-government seminar/ workshop/ study tour etc |
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Visiting for attending meeting, seminar, conference purpose |
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NGO (N) visa |
For Non-Government Organization (NGO) related visit |
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Employment (E) visa |
For Investment or Employment purpose |
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UN (A2) visa |
For officers and official of UN/ UN organization/ International/ Regional Organizations etc visiting for working |
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Journalist (J) visa |
For journalist/ media personnel who intend to visit on journalism purpose (After obtaining necessary clearances from the concerned authorities in Bangladesh, this type of visa is issued by this Embassy): |
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Sports (P) visa |
Visit of sports organizer/ player/ coach/ member of cultural team/ artist/ literate persons for the purpose of attending sports events |
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Research (R) visa |
For research purpose |
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| Tabligh Ijtema (TI) visa | For participation in Bishya Ijtema at Tongi |
Every year, in the second half of January, Muslim community from different parts of the world congregate at the Tongi Ijtema Maidan, Gazipur - 20 km away from the capital city Dhaka.
The Embassy may issue TI visa to any Nepali citizen belonging to Muslim community provided they submit a recommendation letter from the Central Tablig Markaj / Tablig Jamat. Single entry TI visa is usually issued (free of cost) for a highest duration of 130 days, which may be extended by another 20 days provided the applicant would submit a Police Clearance Certificate from the local police authorities in Bangladesh and a recommendation letter from the Markaj / Central Jamat of Bangladesh. |
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Others |
If above categories do not fit |
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Visa Fee for tourist visa:
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Nationality of the Applicant |
Visa fee for Tourist Visa |
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Nepalese |
Single Entry |
Re-Entry |
Multiple Entry |
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USD 00 for the first time |
USD 55 |
USD 100 |
Visa fee for student visa
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Nationality of the Applicant |
Duration/Type |
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Nepalese |
03 Months Single Entry |
01 Year Multiple Entry |
04 Years/ or up to duration Multiple Entry |
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Nepalese |
USD 15 |
USD 100 |
USD 200 |
Deposit of Visa Fees
Visa fees should be deposited directly to the following bank account:
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Bank Account No. |
Bank Account Name |
Name of the Bank & Branch |
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01032 1228 0001 |
Embassy of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh |
Nabil Bank Ltd. Dhapashi Branch, Kathmandu |
*Applicant(s) may collect the bank form from the Embassy
