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Everything You Need To Know About Bangladesh Visa

bangladesh-visa-image Being a sovereign state, all foreign nationals except citizens of 23 visa exempt countries require a visa to visit Bangladesh.

It should be noted that the United Kingdom is not a visa-exempt country, and as a result, all British nationals should obtain a visa to enter Bangladesh. Citizens of United Kingdom can either obtain a visa before starting the journey, or they can obtain a visa on arrival which will allow them to stay inside the country for 30 days.

Even though obtaining a visa on arrival is the easiest option for travelers, experts recommend everyone to get a visa before the travel date.

Based on the nature, purpose and other requirements of the foreign nationals, authorities in Bangladesh used to issue different visas, and the most noted ones are mentioned below.

Bangladesh tourist visa

All British nationals desiring to visit Bangladesh for tourism-related activities should apply for a tourist visa.

These visas are exclusively for tourism purposes, and using these travel documents, a foreign national is not supposed to engage in any other activities during his or her stay in Bangladesh.

If authorities find you violating the role, you will be prosecuted, and will be compelled to face strict legal consequences. To obtain a Bangladesh tourist visa, a UK national should submit all the documents mentioned below.

The applicant’s actual signed UK passport should be submitted. This passport should be valid for six months, and it should have two opposite facing blank pages. If your passport is not meeting these criteria, it is always recommended to renew it before submitting the application.
The applicant is supposed to submit a photograph taken within the last three months in a white background. These photographs should show the full-frontal view of the applicant’s head with the face centered in the middle. In the photograph used to obtain a Bangladesh visa, the foreign national should make sure that he or she is maintaining a neutral facial expression.
The UK national should submit an employment letter from his or her employer in the home land. This letter should be written on the company’s letterhead, and it should confirm that the traveler is an employee in the company. The employment letter should also detail the purpose and nature of the trip.
As a proof of livelihood, the traveler should submit last three months’ non-online bank statements. Please note that the bank statement is showing a minimum credit balance of £2,000.
It is necessary to submit copies of onward and return flight tickets.
As an accommodation proof, the applicant should submit copy of hotel room booking confirmation. Please note that this hotel room booking room confirmations should show the name of the traveler, name of the hotel, dates of stay, and the address of the hotel.
Apart from submitting the original passport, the applicant should also submit a clear copy of the passport.
The checklist form should be signed and completed.
The applicant should make sure that the visa application form is completed without any errors. There are several previous instances where foreign nationals were denied visas due to errors in the application form. So make sure that you are completing it without any errors. If you face any difficulties while completing the application form, you can contact Visa Genie, and we will be very much glad to assist you.

Note: The Bangladesh embassy operates an appointment system for visa issuance process. After you complete the visa application, Visa Genie will book an appointment at the embassy on your behalf.

Bangladesh business visa

Bangladesh issues business visas to UK citizens who intend to visit the country for business related activities like commercial sale trading.

In order to get a Bangladesh business visa, the traveler should submit the documents mentioned below.

The passport of the applicant should be submitted to obtain a Bangladesh business visa. This passport has a validity of six months, and it should also have two blank pages for stamping.
The applicant should submit a photograph. This photograph should be taken within the last three months in a white background.
A business introduction letter issued by the traveler’s UK employer should be submitted. This letter should be written on the company’s letterhead, and it should detail the purpose and nature of the foreign national’s journey to Bangladesh.
A letter of invitation issued by the company in Bangladesh should be submitted. This letter written on the company’s letterhead should mention the name of the applicant, and should detail the purpose of the journey. The letter should be stamped by the inviting company, and it should be signed by a senior official.
A clear copy of the applicant’s passport should be submitted.
A checklist form which is completed and signed should be submitted.
The visa application form should be completed without any errors. In case of any queries, do contact Visa Genie.

Note: As the embassy operates an appointment system for visa issuance, a booking should be made to get a business visa. You can contact Visa Genie for any assistance.

Bangladesh NGO visa

In order to obtain a Bangladesh NGO visa, foreign nationals should submit all the documents mentioned below.

The passport of the applicant should be submitted. This passport should have a validity of six months and two blank pages.
A color photograph of the applicant taken in a white background should be submitted. This photograph should be taken within the last three months, and it should provide the full-frontal view of the applicant’s head with the face centered in the head.
A business introduction letter issued by the traveler’s company in the United Kingdom should be provided.
A letter of invitation issued by the company in Bangladesh should be submitted. The letter should be addressed to the Consulate, and it should explain the nature and purpose of the traveler’s Bangladesh visit.
Applicant’s passport copy should be submitted.
The checklist should be completed and signed.
The visa application form should be completed without errors.

Bangladesh private visa

In order to get a Bangladesh private visa, foreign nationals should submit all the documents that are mentioned below.

Valid passport with six months validity and two blank pages.
A photograph of the applicant.
The applicant should submit a letter from the UK employer as a proof of employment.
A letter of invitation issued by an entity in Bangladesh should be submitted.
As a livelihood proof, the applicant should submit recent bank statements.
It is also necessary to submit proof of accommodation and travel arrangements.
A copy of passport should be submitted.
The checklist should be completed and signed.
The visa application form should be completed.

Bangladesh transit visa

If a foreign national is transiting through Bangladesh to a different destination, there is no need to obtain a visa.

However, in order to stay visa free in Bangladesh, a foreign national should meet the conditions mentioned below.

While in Bangladesh, the applicant should make sure that he or she is not leaving the international transit area of the airport.
The applicant should make sure that he or she is leaving the country in the same calendar day.
The passport of the applicant should be valid.
It is necessary to hold proof of sufficient funds.
The applicant should hold proof of onward and return flight tickets.
It is necessary to hold all documents needed to visit the next destination.
The applicant should have a visa required for the next destination.
Before traveling, the applicant should confirm with the airline that boarding is permitted without a visa.

If the UK citizen wants to get a film or media visa, it is necessary to submit a personal application in the Bangladesh embassy.