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Visa Information for Bangladesh

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NameName: People's Republic of Bangladesh

LocationLocation: Northeast of Indian sub-continent.

TimeTime:IST (+) 1/2 hr

CapitalCapital: Dhaka

LanguageLanguage: Bangla (official, also known as Bengali), English

AreaArea: 147,570 sq km (56,977 sq miles).

PopulationPopulation: 158,570,535 (July 2011 est.)

National DayNational Day:26 March (Independence Day)

CurrencyCurrency:Bangladeshi Taka (BDT) 1 = INR 0.78.

ClimateClimate: Bangladesh has a very hot, tropical climate with a monsoon season which starts from April to October when temperatures are highest. The average rainfall is over 2540mm. The best season to visit is between November and March.

HolidaysHolidays-Year 2018: 1 Jan - New Year's Day. 14 Jan- Milad un Nabi (Birth of the Prophet Muhammad). 21 Feb- International Mother Language Day. 26 Mar -Independence Day. 14 Apr - Bangla New Year. 1May Labour Day. 13 May Buddha Purnima. 14 Jun Shab-e-Miraj (Night of Ascension). 26 July- Shab e-Qadr (Night of Power). 28- July Eid al-Fitr (End of Ramadan). 4 Oct Durga Puja (Vijaya Dashami). 5 Oct Eid al-Adha (Feast of Sacrifice). 4 Nov- Al-Hijra (Islamic New Year). 7 Nov- National Revolution and Solidarity Day. 16 Dec - Victory Day.

Holidays NameAirline Name: Biman Bangladesh Airlines (BG)

International AirportsInternational Airports: Zia Int'l (Dhaka), Osmani Int'l (Syhlet) (ZYL), MA Hannan (Chittagong) (CGP

Find each detail of visa rules and visa information including business visa and tourist visa, check-out the below written content.

Tourist Visa

  • Applicant must possess a passport valid for at least six months.
  • Passport in original (along with photocopy of the first and last page of the same)
  • Two visa forms (back to back photocopy allowed)
  • Two passport-size photographs are needed
  • The applicant should give a covering letter mentioning all details including residing address in Bangladesh (with Hotel Confirmation)
  • In case the applicant is getting any kind of sponsorship then foreign exchange endorsement of at least US $50 is required. The sponsorship must be on more than a 10 Taka stamp paper and must be countersigned by a first class magistrate in Bangladesh.
  • All documents and addresses must be mark with the passport
  • Visa is valid for 30 days with a maximum stay of 30 days allowed.
  • The time period of visa processing will take 2 to 3 working days
  • Visa will be offered free of charge.

Business Visa

  • The applicant should possess a passport valid for at least six months
  • Passport in original (along with photocopy of the first and last page of the same)
  • Two duly-filled visa forms (back to back photocopy allowed).
  • Two passport-size photographs are required
  • Applicant will need to submit a covering letter on behalf of his company.
  • The Original letter of Invitation from the concerned Company in Bangladesh or it should be faxed directly to the High Commission. However, a copy should be attached with the visa documents. The fax invitation copy should have the fax number on top of the page OR Original invitation is required as it is a mandatory requirement for applying Business visa.
  • Applicant will need to get a recommendation letter from the Indian Chamber of Commerce.
  • If in any case, an invitation is sent by the Government of Bangladesh for a business approval, joint venture projects or seminars directly to the High Commission, the traveler will be exempted from the requirement of foreign exchange endorsement on his/her passport.
  • A visa of six months' stay can be issued if the visiting Indian National has a joint venture or is a foreign investment participant in Bangladesh.
  • Multiple entry visas are issued to bona-fide businessmen on the recommendation of the Ministry of Industries or Board of Investment, BEPZA (Bangladesh Export Processing Zone Authority) Dhaka and Chittagong. Multiple entry visas are usually issued for a period of five years.
  • There is no visa fee
  • Note: In order to apply for the multiple entry visas, the sponsoring company in Bangladesh should contact the following offices for the Recommendation letter.
  • Board of Investment.
  • Bangladesh Export Processing Zone Authority.
  • Bangladesh Garments Manufacture Export Association.
  • The visa will be given as per the Recommendation Letter issued for Single / Multiple Entry and for the validity declared on it

Transit Visa

Bangladesh does not issue transit visa.

Seamen Visa

  • The applicant should possess a passport valid for at least six months
  • Passport in original (along with photocopy of the first and last page of the same)
  • Two duly-filled visa forms (back to back photocopy allowed).
  • Two passport-size photographs are required
  • Applicant should get a covering letter from the Shipping Company.
  • Indian seamen traveling on duty should hold a letter of guarantee from the Shipping Company with Seamen book / Passport.
  • A message / fax from the Shipping Company in Bangladesh to the High Commission should be sent, mentioning particulars of the Seamen, the date and port of joining the ship.
  • Income Tax Return documents of the last 3 years.
  • Updated Personal Bank statements of the last 6 months.
  • The processing time will be 2 to 3 working days.
  • Visa will be offered free of charge

Work Permit Visa

  • The applicant should possess a passport valid for at least six months
  • Passport in original (along with photocopy of the first and last page of the same)
  • Two duly-filled visa forms (back to back photocopy allowed).
  • Two passport-size photographs are required
  • A covering letter from the Applicant and Company
  • A copy of the agreement between both the parties (applicant and company).
  • The sponsor person or company in Bangladesh need to apply for Work Permit in Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Bangladesh and subsequent visa can be applied with a copy of the approval
  • Original Educational Certificates
  • The applicant will get an entry visa (valid for one month will be issued), however the period of stay will be specified at the time of entry into Bangladesh.
  • Applicant's personal presence may be needed (to complete the formalities).

Read on to this section to find-out about details of the nearest embassy of country or consulate of the country you want to visit. Apart from the office details, this section also includes the contact information and timings (for the visits).

New Delhi
Name: High Commission for the People’s Republic of Bangladesh
Address: E P-39 Diplomatic Enclave,Dr. Radha Krishanan Marg, Chanakyapuri
City: New Delhi - 110 021
Country: India
Telephone: 2412 1389 - 94
Fax: 2687 8953, 2687 8955
Timings: Mon to Fri
Office Timings: 0830 to 1630 hrs
Visa Timings: 0930 to 1100 hrs
Email: bdhcdelhi@gmail.com
Territory Jurisdiction: There is no territory jurisdiction. One can submit applications at New Delhi, Kolkata or Agartala.
Collection Timings: 1630 to 1700 hrs
Kolkata
Name: Deputy High Commission for the People's Republic of Bangladesh in Kolkata
Address: 9, Bangabandu Sheikh Mujib Sarani
City: Kolkata - 700 017
Country: India
Telephone: 033- 4012 7500, 2290 0341
Fax: 033- 4012 7555
Timings: Mon to Fri
Office Timings: 0900 to 1700 hrs
Visa Timings: 0900 to 1100 hrs
Email: bdhc@bdhckolkata.org
Notes: Visa is handled.
Territory Jurisdiction: There is no territory jurisdiction. One can submit applications at New Delhi, Kolkata or Agartala.
Collection Timings: 1630 to 1700 hrs
Agartala
Name: Consulate of Bangladesh
Address: Kunjaban, Near Circuit House
City: Agartala - 799 001
Country: India
Telephone: 0381- 232 4807, 222 5260
Fax: 0381- 232 4807
Timings: Mon to Fri
Office Timings: 0830 to 1300 hrs & 1400 to 1630 hrs (Mon to Thu) & 0830 to 1200 hrs & 1400 to 1630 hrs (Fri)
Visa Timings: 0830 to 1630 hrs
Email: mission.agartala@mofa.gov.bd
Notes: Visa is handled.
Territory Jurisdiction: There is no territory jurisdiction. One can submit applications at New Delhi, Kolkata or Agartala.
Collection Timings: 1530 to 1630 hrs

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