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90 dayssingle entry7-21d processingvalid 90donline

For visitors travelling to Bangladesh for tourism, casual visits to friends/relatives, seminars, conferences, workshops, study tours, or religious purposes. No commercial activities permitted.

Standard issuance is single entry for up to 3 months. Double and multiple-entry options available for certain nationalities at different rates. Fees vary by nationality based on reciprocity (e.g. UK £105 single, USA £146). Validity begins from date of issue, not travel date. Extension up to 1 additional month possible through Department of Immigration and Passport (DIP) in Bangladesh. Application form must be completed online, printed, and submitted physically to a Bangladesh mission.

30 dayssingle entryvalid 30d

For tourism, business, investment, or government job purposes; issued at designated ports of entry in Bangladesh to eligible nationality holders.

Fee of USD 50 paid in cash at Sonali Bank PLC counter at port of entry. Eligible nationalities: US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Russia, China, Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, South Korea, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, Bahrain, Egypt, Turkey, Brunei, and all European countries. Also available to: citizens of countries with no Bangladesh embassy, foreign embassy officials and UN staff based in Bangladesh, persons of Bangladeshi origin (non-SAARC), and investors with BIDA/BEPZA investment certificate. Issuance is at the sole discretion of the immigration officer and is not guaranteed. Extension beyond 30 days possible through DIP but described as difficult.

60 daysmultiple entry7-21d processingvalid 365donline

For businesspersons visiting Bangladesh for the purpose of trade, commerce, and investment. Requires invitation from a recognised Bangladeshi business organisation.

Maximum validity 1 year; maximum stay 60 days per visit. Single, double, or multiple entry options available. Extension up to 3 years (max 6-month stays per visit) obtainable from DIP. Fees vary by nationality (UK £105 single/double, USA £146). Online application form must be printed and submitted physically to a Bangladesh mission.

For foreign nationals transiting through Bangladesh en route to a third country.

Listed as a distinct visa category by Bangladesh High Commission London. Specific validity period, max transit stay, fees, and entry details not accessible on the official portal pages during research. Contact relevant Bangladesh mission for details.

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For spouses, children and dependent family members accompanying a foreign national who holds a Bangladesh Official (A2/A3), Employment (E), Journalist (J), NGO (N), Sport (P), Investor (PI), Research (R) or Student (S) visa.

Dependent-family visa whose code mirrors the principal visa holder's category (FA2/FA3 for Official A2/A3, FE for Employment, FJ for Journalist, FN for NGO, FP for Sport, FPI for Investor, FR for Research, FS for Student). Requires copies of all of the spouse's/parents' documents and an original family certificate proving the relationship. Validity and duration generally track the principal visa holder's visa. Distinct from the No Visa Required (NVR) endorsement, which covers spouses/children of persons of Bangladeshi origin. Documented on the official Bangladesh Ministry of Foreign Affairs mission visa-category schedule; application filed online via visa.gov.bd and submitted to a Bangladesh mission.

multiple entry7-21d processingvalid 365donline

For foreign nationals enrolled at a recognised educational institution in Bangladesh.

Issued for maximum 1 year with multiple entries. Max stay per visit depends on educational institution requirements. Extension up to course tenure obtainable from DIP. Requires invitation/declaration letter from Bangladeshi educational institution and bank guarantee documents. Fees vary by nationality (UK £105 single, USA £146).

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For employees of private or public organisations (foreign and local companies) working in Bangladesh, processed through BIDA One Stop Service.

Corresponds to the official Bangladesh Employment visa category code 'E' (3 months validity, multiple entry, 90 days stay per the Ministry of Foreign Affairs visa-category schedule at www.bdembjp.mofa.gov.bd/public/storage/pdf/Visa-Procedure.pdf). Applied for through BIDA OSS (bidaquickserv.org) for BIDA-registered companies. Work permit must be obtained within 15 days of arrival. Fee varies by nationality; contact BIDA for company-specific requirements.

30 daysmultiple entryvalid 180donline

For persons engaged with machinery and software installation, project inspection, or related technical services in Bangladesh.

Corresponds to the official Bangladesh Employment visa category code 'E1' (6 months validity, multiple entry, 30 days stay per the Ministry of Foreign Affairs visa-category schedule at www.bdembjp.mofa.gov.bd/public/storage/pdf/Visa-Procedure.pdf) for project inspection/supervision/maintenance/setup/software supply and equipment. Processed through BIDA One Stop Service (OSS); applicants may contact BIDA at +880-2-44826795-99 or info@bida.gov.bd.

90 dayssingle entry7-21d processingvalid 90donline

For experts, advisers, and employees working in government, semi-government, autonomous bodies, or industrial/commercial organisations in Bangladesh, or conducting unpaid work with registered NGOs.

Initial visa valid for maximum 3 months / 90 days. Single, double, or multiple entry options available. Extensions up to 3 years obtainable through DIP. Requires employer letter, appointment letter, contract with salary details, and Ministry/BOI/BEPZA recommendation. Work permit (separate from visa) must be applied for within 15 days of arrival through BIDA OSS; cost BDT 5,000 per year. Fees vary by nationality (UK £105 single, USA £146).

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For government delegates, diplomatic personnel, other embassy officials, and staff of UN or international organisations travelling to Bangladesh on official duties.

Listed as distinct categories by Bangladesh High Commission London: 'Government Delegates Visa', 'Diplomatic/other Embassy officials Visa', and 'UN and other International Organizations visa'. Holders of diplomatic/official passports from approximately 32 countries may be exempt from visa requirements under bilateral agreements. Full list of bilateral visa-exemption countries is not published on a currently accessible official Bangladesh government domain.

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For foreign nationals undertaking internship programs at organisations in Bangladesh.

Listed as a distinct category by Bangladesh High Commission London. Specific validity, max stay, fees, and entry details not published on the official page. Contact relevant Bangladesh mission for details.

multiple entry7-21d processingvalid 365donline

For foreign investors in private sector industrial or commercial entities seeking to establish or manage businesses in Bangladesh through joint ventures or 100% foreign ownership.

Also referred to as 'P1 Visa' in BIDA documentation. Issued for maximum 1 year; single, double, or multiple entries. Extensions up to 5 years obtainable from DIP. Requires BOI/BEPZA/BIDA recommendation letter. Minimum investment of USD 50,000 required for branch/liaison/representative office registration. BIDA OSS processes visa recommendations within 24 hours with complete documentation. Fees vary by nationality (UK £105 single, USA £146).

30 dayssingle entry7d processingvalid 30donline

For foreign journalists of newspapers, magazines, TV or radio networks, or news agencies seeking to collect information or fulfill official reporting duties in Bangladesh.

Maximum 1 month per issuance; extensions up to 3 years from DIP. May require additional approval from Bangladesh authority beyond standard 7 working days. Requires press card, FF-I and FF-II forms, equipment list, invitation letter, and employer letter. Fees vary by nationality (UK £105 single, USA £146).

90 dayssingle entry7-21d processingvalid 90donline

For individuals appointed to work in NGOs registered in Bangladesh, whether paid or unpaid roles with Bureau of NGO Affairs-registered organisations.

Maximum 3 months per issuance; extensions up to 3 years from DIP. Single, double, or multiple entries available. Requires NGO Affairs Bureau recommendation letter and appointment letter with full terms and salary details. Fees vary by nationality (UK £105 single, USA £146).

90 dayssingle entry7-21d processingvalid 90donline

For individuals participating in research, training, or internship programs at government-approved agencies or institutions in Bangladesh.

Maximum 3 months validity; extensions up to 3 years from DIP. Requires letters from both host and home institutions, and consent letter from relevant Bangladesh Ministry. Fees vary by nationality (UK £105 single, USA £146).

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For sports organisers, players, coaches and similar personnel travelling to Bangladesh for professional sporting duty or service.

Official Bangladesh visa category code 'P'. Issued to sports organisers/players/coaches for professional duty or service, based on a recommendation letter from the concerned sports agency/organisation. Validity and duration are set on the basis of the recommendation letter. Documented on the official Bangladesh Ministry of Foreign Affairs mission visa-category schedule; application filed online via visa.gov.bd and submitted to a Bangladesh mission.

130 dayssingle entry7-21d processingvalid 130donline

For foreign nationals travelling to Bangladesh to participate in Tablighi Jamaat religious congregation and activities.

Single entry; maximum stay up to 130 days, with extension up to 150 days obtainable from the Department of Immigration and Passport (DIP) in Bangladesh. Validity begins from date of issue, not travel date. Requires a letter from the Central Tablig Markus in the applicant's country and a letter from the Tablig Markus of Dhaka, Bangladesh. Processing at least 7 working days (21 working days for postal applications). Fees vary by nationality (e.g. UK £105 single entry, USA £146).