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- Fast. CIBT specialises in securing Bangladesh visas and can help you secure a Bangladesh visa.
- Easy. CIBT is the easiest way to get a visa and can secure in as little as one day. We process Bangladesh visas at the Bangladesh Embassy every day for residents of the UK.
Bangladesh Visa FAQs
When is the best time to apply for my Bangladesh visa?
The best time to apply for your Bangladesh visa is 1-2 months before your travel date. However, if you are running short on time, we may be able to process your visa on a faster service at the Embassy’s discretion.
Do I have to send you my passport to get a Bangladesh visa? Is it safe to send a passport?
Yes. You will need to send your actual passport, not a copy of it. The Bangladesh visa is stamped on your passport and will become one of your passport pages. Visa request cannot be processed without your original passport. Because of the importance of your passport, we strongly suggest that you send your application by a secure method, such as a guaranteed postal service or courier.
Sample of the Business Travel Requirements for an Bangladesh Visa for UK Citizens
Passport
The applicant's actual passport. The passport must:
- Have at least three blank visa pages with two of the pages facing each other
- Be valid for six months beyond entry date
Photographs
Two passport sized colour photographs. The photographs must:
- Have a white background
- Be taken within the last six months
- Be paperclipped to the visa application form
Business Introduction Letter
An original letter of introduction from the applicant's UK employer. This letter must:
- Be addressed to the Embassy
- Be on company letterhead paper
- Include the name of the applicant
- Specify the purpose of journey
- Include the name of the organisation(s) to be visited
- Specify the requested number of entries and the length of visa required
- Include an acceptance of financial responsibility for the applicant
- Be signed by the applicant's supervisor or the company's HR department
- State the applicant is undertaking buying/purchasing activities
Letter of Invitation
A letter of invitation from the company the applicant is visiting. A copy is acceptable. This letter must:
- Be on company letterhead paper
- Include the name of the applicant
- State the purpose of journey
- Specify the requested number of entries and the length of visa required
- State the applicant is undertaking buying/purchasing activities
Photocopy of Application Materials
A photocopy of the following document(s) submitted to CIBT. ThIs must:
- Include a clear copy of the information page(s) from the applicant's passport
A £10.00+VAT fee will apply if you prefer to have us make photocopies.
Visa Application Form
One original fully completed and signed application form. This form must:
- Be completed in block capitals only
CIBT Order Confirmation
For orders placed on the CIBT website, a copy of the Online Order Confirmation which is sent to you via email, must be submitted.
For all other orders, and where applicable, a completed Manual Order Form should be submitted.
Processing Time
Visa applications that are referred on lodging will take up to three weeks to be issued. There are no guidelines available from the Embassy to determine whether or not an application will be referred.
Those in the journalism, media or legal professions will be referred to Bangladesh for an unspecified period of time. Journalists may wish to contact the Press Wing of the High Commission for further information
Visa On Arrival
It may be possible to obtain a visa upon arrival at this destination. There is no guarantee entry will be allowed. Check with the embassy for details and confirm your airline will permit boarding without a visa. To minimise the risk of being refused entry and to avoid excessive waiting for a visa to be issued on arrival, CIBT strongly recommends that travellers obtain all visas prior to travel.
Sample of the Tourist Travel Requirements for an Bangladesh Visa for UK Citizens
Passport
The applicant's actual passport. The passport must:
- Have at least three blank visa pages with two of the pages facing each other
- Be valid for six months beyond entry date
Photographs
Two passport sized colour photographs. The photographs must:
- Have a white background
- Be taken within the last six months
- Be paperclipped to the visa application form
Proof of Employment
A letter from the applicant's employer confirming employment. This letter must:
- Be on company letterhead paper
- Include the name of the applicant
- Confirm that the applicant is an employee of the company
- Specify the purpose of journey
- State the applicant's expected return to work date
- Be signed by the applicant's supervisor or their HR department
- Be typed by the applicant and signed in the original
Proof of Travel Arrangements
Details of travel arrangements. These must be provided as:
- A copy of the flight confirmation
- A copy of the hotel confirmation
Photocopy of Application Materials
A photocopy of the following document(s) submitted to CIBT. ThIs must:
- Include a clear copy of the information page(s) from the applicant's passport
A £10.00+VAT fee will apply if you prefer to have us make photocopies.
Visa Application Form
One original fully completed and signed application form. This form must:
- Be completed in block capitals only
CIBT Order Confirmation
For orders placed on the CIBT website, a copy of the Online Order Confirmation which is sent to you via email, must be submitted.
For all other orders, and where applicable, a completed Manual Order Form should be submitted.
Processing Time
Visa applications that are referred on lodging will take up to three weeks to be issued. There are no guidelines available from the Embassy to determine whether or not an application will be referred.
Those in the journalism, media or legal professions will be referred to Bangladesh for an unspecified period of time. Journalists may wish to contact the Press Wing of the High Commission for further information