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Do I Need a Visa for Bangladesh?

Yes. US citizens must have a visa to travel to Bangladesh. Single entry and multiple entry visas are available. If you plan to use Bangladesh as your hub to travel to other countries in the region, you must obtain a multiple entry visa, and these can only be obtained via the Consulate of Bangladesh prior to arrival. Especially if you are traveling to Bangladesh to do volunteer work or for business purposes, be sure to work with a travel document expert so that you obtain the proper visa class for your trip purpose, as it is very difficult to change your immigration status once you are in Bangladesh. In addition to a visa, travelers to Bangladesh must have a passport that will be valid for at least six months beyond your planned stay in the country and has a minimum of one blank visa page. You must also have an onward or return plane ticket as well.

Sources: Embassy of Bangladesh and U.S. State Department

Can I Obtain My Visa for Bangladesh on Arrival?

Certain airports in Bangladesh offer single entry, on arrival visas that are typically valid only for the duration of the traveler’s planned stay. However, the on arrival visa policy of the government of Bangladesh is not widely publicized, and the visa on arrival is considered to be a “privilege” that the immigration officer may choose to (or not to) extend to a traveler. If you do not have a visa before arrival, there is a chance you could be refused entrance, and you will certainly encounter delays in waiting for your visa to be issued. Therefore, it is best to work with a travel document expert to secure your visa in advance of your trip via the Embassy of Bangladesh.

What Types of Materials Support My Bangladesh Visa Application?

To apply for a Bangladesh visa, you will need:

• Valid Passport
• Passport Photos that meet the requirements of the Embassy of Bangladesh
• Proof of Travel Arrangements
• Properly Completed Bangladesh Visa Application Form
• Money Order

Depending on the details of your trip to Bangladesh, you may also need:

• Business Introduction Letter
• Invitation Letter

Confused by the document requirements for travel to Bangladesh? Let the Bangladesh visa experts help! Call for expert advice.

How Do I Obtain My Visa for Bangladesh?

Call ! We obtain your visa for you by working directly with the issuing authorities at the Bangladeshi Embassy. We provide you with a step by step application kit, visa application review service, pre-paid shipping labels, and hand delivery of your documents to the Embassy of Bangladesh. Once your visa is issued, we are immediately notified, and we pick the document up and mail it back to you.

What Else Do I Need to Do Before Traveling to Bangladesh?

Make sure your US passport is still valid and will be for 6 months after the date you plan to exit Bangladesh. Especially if you are a frequent traveler, make sure your passport has a minimum of one blank visa page. Does your passport not meet these requirements? We can help you get your passport renewed quickly, in as few as 1-3 business days.

Be sure to prepare your health! There are many diseases and health risks in Bangladesh that are not common in the United States. Schedule an appointment at the Passport Health travel clinic nearest to you to get all of the vaccines, medications, destination specific health advice, and travel supplies you need for a healthy trip to Bangladesh.