Visa Checklist

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VISA Related Important Information

Nationals of most countries require a valid visa to enter Bangladesh. The Embassy of Bangladesh in Abu Dhabi finally determines the type and category of visa and duration of stay upon receiving an application. The types and categories may vary according to the purpose of visit, length of stay and bilateral arrangements with the country of the foreign national.

The UAE nationals are eligible to obtain Visa on Arrival at the airport to enter Bangladesh.

Applicants may submit their visa applications on their own. In case the applicant is unable to submit his/her application in person, an authorized nominee or travel agent or visa agent can submit the visa application on the applicant’s behalf with a letter of authorization and valid ID.

ALL Visa application must be initiated through www.visa.gov.bd, then the PDF signed copy of application has to be submitted. It is also important to provide accurate information when filling out the online form. Incorrect or wrong information may lead to outright rejection of application. An incomplete application form or application with incorrect information or insufficient supporting papers may be summarily rejected.

The Embassy of Bangladesh reserves the right to withhold any application for closer scrutiny. Applicants may be called for an interview if it is felt necessary by the competent authority.

When applying for a visa, the validity of Passport should be at least 6 months. The passport must have at least two blank pages and should not be mutilated/ damaged/ tampered in any manner.

Additional documents or information may be required depending on your circumstance. The list of supporting documentation provided in the required document section is not exhaustive. You may also need to provide additional document in support of your visa application. Please provide certified true copies of all documents. Documents that are not certified will not be accepted. You should also provide a certified English translation of any document other than English.

Acceptance of visa application does not automatically guarantee the issuance of a visa. The Embassy reserves the right to approve or reject any application for a visa.

The application must be submitted at least 15 (fifteen) working days prior to the intended travel date. If you submit your visa application in the eleventh hour, you may be disappointed if your visa is not approved in time for your planned travel date. Therefore, you are requested to submit your visa application well in advance of your intended travel date.

Your itinerary/air ticket does not help expediting your visa application. You should not book non-changeable or non-refundable travel arrangements until you get confirmation that your visa application has been granted. The Embassy of Bangladesh is not responsible for any financial damage sustained by visa applicants whose applications were processed later than anticipated or were rejected.

Issuance of a visa may be delayed if clearance is required from the appropriate authority.

Any VISA related Fees are subject to change without prior notice.

Walk-in: You or your representative may come to the Embassy without any appointment as per the schedule below:

Monday-Thursday: 09 AM to 01 PM

Friday: 09 AM to 11 AM

Visa Checklist

The list of supporting documentation provided in the required document section is not exhaustive.

Tourist

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
NOC from the employer (original/master copy)
Copy of hotel booking
Copy of invitation from Bangladesh national(s)
Copy of invitees' ID(s)
NOC of the parents and copy of their passports (for minors)

Business

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
NOC/recommendation letter from the employer (original/master copy) with a maximum validity of 3 months
Business card of the applicant (required for a business visa)
Valid business trade license
Invitation letter from business organisation incorporated in Bangladesh with latest tax payment certificate

Employment

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
NOC/Recommendation letter from the employer (original/master copy)
Appointment letter
Recommendation letter from BIDA/BEZA/BEPZA/Hi-Tech Park/PPP Authority and other applicable authorities

NVR (No Visa Required)

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
Copy of Bangladeshi NID/valid passport/BRC of the applicant
Copy of Bangladeshi NID/valid passport/BRC of the applicant’s parent(s)/grandparents/spouse
Introductory letter from Bangladeshi parent(s)/grandparent(s)/spouse

C (Crew)

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
NOC/recommendation letter from the employer (original/master copy)
Recommendation/appointment letter of appointing authority

D (Diplomatic)

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
NOC/Recommendation letter from the employer (original/master copy)
Copy of passport of principal visa holder
Recommendation letter of Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Bangladesh/Note verbale from the respective missions (Original/Master Copy)
Visa page of principal applicant (for spouse and family members)

ND (Non-Diplomatic Staff)

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
Note Verbal or Appointment letter and letter of recommendation from concerned diplomatic mission (Original/Master Copy)
Proof of relation (registered marriage certificate, birth registration certificate etc.) and visa copy of the principal applicant (for spouse and family members) along with reference letter

DA (Domestic Aide)

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
NOC from the employer (original/master copy)
Note Verbale or Appointment letter and letter of recommendation from concerned diplomatic mission (Original/Master Copy)

FE (Dependent family Member of E visa holder)

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
NOC from the employer (original/master copy)
Copy of passport of principal visa holder with visa page
Registered marriage certificate for spouse and birth certificate for dependent children
Recommendation letter from concerned organisation (optional)

E1 (Project related development partners of Bangladesh)

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
NOC from the employer (original/master copy)
Recommendation letter from the concerned Ministry of Bangladesh Government/organisation/autonomous bodies
Invitation of the Bangladeshi sponsor

J (Journalist)

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
NOC from the employer (original/master copy)
Detailed proposal about the task in Bangladesh
Recommendation letter from external publicity wing of Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Bangladesh

FJ (Dependent family member of J)

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
NOC /recommendation letter from the employer (original/master copy)
Registered marriage certificate for spouse
Birth registration certificate for kids

M (Religious)

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
NOC /recommendation letter from the employer (original/master copy)
Invitation from the religious mission /institute in Bangladesh
Consent letter from the Ministry of religious Affairs (MoRA), Bangladesh

FM (Dependent family members of M visa holders)

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
NOC /recommendation letter from the employer (original/master copy)
Consent letter from the Ministry of religious Affairs (MoRA) issued in favour of the principal applicant
Photocopy of passport of principal visa holder
Request letter from the concerned organisation
Registered marriage certificate for spouse and birth certificate for children

PI (Private Investor) Visa

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
NOC /recommendation letter from the employer (original/master copy)
Certificates from BIDA/BEZA/BEPZA/HiTech Park/concerned ministry/PPP Authority and other applicable authorities that the investor is the bonafied investor
Detailed business plan with proposed business activities, amount of investment, generation of local employment & local establishment etc.

N (NGO)

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
NOC /recommendation letter from the employer (original/master copy)
Appointment letter attested by NGO Affairs Bureau
Appointment letter

FN (Dependent family members of persons of category N)

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
NOC /recommendation letter from the employer (original/master copy)
Photocopy of passport of principal visa holder
Request letter from the concerned organisation
Registered marriage certificate for spouse and birth certificate for children

P (Performer on contract)

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
NOC /recommendation letter from the employer (original/master copy)
Invitation letter from employer/organisation/club
Undertaking on tax payment by inviting organisation

FP (Dependent family members of persons holding 'P' visa)

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
NOC /recommendation letter from the employer (original/master copy)
Photocopy of passport of principal visa holder
Registered marriage certificate for spouse and birth certificate for children

FPI (Dependent family members of persons of category PI)

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
NOC /recommendation letter from the employer (original/master copy)
Photocopy of passport of principal visa holder
Registered marriage certificate for spouse and birth certificate for children
Recommendation letter from the concerned organisation

R (Research)

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
NOC /recommendation letter from the employer (original/master copy)
Recommendation letter from concerned organisation as and when necessary
Consent letter from the concerned ministry
Proof of admission/offer letter
Bank solvency certificate/proof of financial solvency except for trainees of Government organization

FR (spouse a dependent family members of persons of category R)

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
NOC /recommendation letter from the employer (original/master copy)
Photocopy of passport of principal visa holder
Request letter from the concerned organisation
Proof of relationship (registered marriage certificate for spouse and birth certificate for children) and reference letter from the principal vis holder

S (Student)

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
NOC /recommendation letter from the employer (original/master copy)
Proof of admission/offer letter
Bank solvency certificate/proof of financial solvency except for trainees of Government organisation

FS (Dependent family members S visa holder)

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
NOC /recommendation letter from the employer (original/master copy)
Copy of passport of principal visa holder
Marriage registration certificate for spouse and birth certificate for children

TI (Tableagueijtema)

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
NOC /recommendation letter from the employer (original/master copy)
Recommendation from the central tableaguemarkus/tableaguejamat of the concerned country

TF (Family of Bangladeshi national/Foreign nationals of Bangladeshi origin)

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
NOC /recommendation letter from the employer (original/master copy)
Proof of Bangladeshi nationality of applicant/affidavit declaring relationship with Bangladeshi citizen
Marriage registration certificate for spouse and birth certificate for children

TR (Transit)

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
NOC /recommendation letter from the employer (original/master copy)
Proof of visa in third country
Ticket for a third country
Continues discharge certificate for sea man and mariners

A1 (Government officials, their family members, member of government delegations)

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
NOC /recommendation letter from the employer (original/master copy)
Note verbale

A2 (UN Officials)

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
NOC /recommendation letter from the employer (original/master copy)
Note verbal/recommendation letter of concerned organisation

FA2 (Dependent family members of A2 visa holder)

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
NOC /recommendation letter from the employer (original/master copy)
Copy of passport of principal visa holder
Recommendation letter of concerned organisation
Registered marriage certificate for spouse and birth certificate for dependent children

A3 (Professionals)

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
NOC /recommendation letter from the employer (original/master copy)
Recommendation letter from Economic Relations Division/concerned government organisation/Bangladesh Embassy

FA3 (Dependents of Professionals)

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
NOC /recommendation letter from the employer (original/master copy)
Recommendation letter from Economic Relations Division/concerned government organisation/Bangladesh Embassy

*Medical Attendant/ Escort Visa

Online Application form duly signed by the applicant. For the online form visit www.visa.gov.bd
Two passport-size colour photograph with white background
Original Passport: Must have at least 6 months of validity and a minimum of 2 blank pages
A copy of the applicant’s passport (Bio and information pages separately)
A copy of minimum 3 months valid Emirates ID/UAE Residence Visa (ID card Front & Back both in one page)
NOC from the employer (mention sponsor of travel)
Hotel/ Flight Reservation
Patient information (Passport Copy, Emirates copy, etc)
Certificate/Letter from hospital with patient discharge report and summary of patient situation, Must include Attendant/Escort’s name
Medical fitness/ travel Certificate of Airlines, duly signed by doctors/ physician.

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