Visa Information
	Citizens of most countries require valid visa to enter Bangladesh. The Bangladesh Bangladesh Consulate General, Los Angeles determines the type and category of visa and duration of stay upon receiving an application. The types and categories differ according to the purpose of visit, length of stay and bilateral arrangement with the country of the foreign national. Visa on Arrival: This facility is available for US citizens when they travel to Bangladesh for some specific purposes such as a) official business b) business/trade c) potential investors, and d) tourists e) members of defense and security forces with prior clearance from the Ministry of Home Affairs of the government of Bangladesh Duration: visa on arrival for eligible travelers will be given for a period of not more than 30 days, single entry. The immigration officer at the port of entry (i.e. airports, land ports etc.) will approve this after examining all relevant documents and after his/her full satisfaction. The travelers who wish to take visa on arrival at a Bangladeshi port of entry must do the following: 1) fees has to be submitted cash in US $/Euro/ Pound sterling 2) travelers other than those on govt. duty must have a minimum of US $ 500 in cash or in credit card with them 3) must possess a return ticket if they come for a short time Also US citizens of above categories are eligible for visa on arrival if they travel to Bangladesh from a country where there is no resident Bangladesh Embassy/Consulate. As some airlines from US airports may not allow passengers Visitors are hereby advised to check with their airlines to find out if the airlines allow their passengers to get on board without visa. Wife/husband and children of Bangladeshi origin foreign citizens may also be eligible for visa on arrival upon satisfaction of the immigration officer at the port of entry following submission of proof of that he/she is a Bangladeshi origin (like citizenship certificate, current/expired Bangladesh passport) foreign citizen. Visa on arrival may be given to officers/staff of foreign Embassies, UN and subsidiary organizations located in Bangladesh after scrutinizing their appointment letters and other related travel documents. Please note that visitors who intend to stay more than 30 days or needs multiple entry visa should apply in the Bangladesh Embassy/consulates prior to their departure for Bangladesh. All persons need valid national passports to visit Bangladesh. Passports are not required for holders of Certificate/Laissiez-passer issued by the United Nations and its Specialized Agencies; Continuous Discharge Certificate/Nullies/Seaman book (when traveling on duty). No Visa Required (NVR) Seal : The Bangladesh Consulate General in Los Angeles also issues "No Visa Required for Travel to Bangladesh" (NVR) seal to Bangladesh-origin citizens of some foreign countries and their family members (wife and children). This endorsement allows them multiple entries into Bangladesh with no restriction on duration of stay within the validity of the passport. Click here for more information on 'No Visa Required' (NVR) seal and procedure for submission of application.

Please note that after scrutiny of documents, the Consular Officer may request for an interview and / or submission of additional documents. Issuance of visa may be delayed if reference has to be made to Bangladesh for clearance. The Consulate General may accept or reject any application for visa.

To obtain a visa the applicant must submit the following:

1. 1 (0ne) copy of filled-in Visa Application Form.
2. 2 (Two) copy  photographs taken within the last six months.
3. Passport, valid for at least six months.
4. For US nationals Visa Fee is US$150. For nationals of other countries, please click here
5. Required documents as stated in the Visa Requirements section based on the type of visa.

Mail in Service: Application for visa and NVR endorsement can also be submitted by mail. For details please click Mail-in-Service.

For Bangladeshi American:

1. 2 (Two) Copies of passport sized photo (color).

2. US Passport

3. Copy of valid/expired Bangladesh Passport (first 7 pages), or Dual Citizenship Certificate.

4. A $50 (Fifty US dollars) fee in the form of  Money Order or Cashier Check.

5. Self-addressed envelope with required prepaid postage for return delivery of the   passport.

 For foreign wife of Bangladeshi/ Bangladeshi American:

1. 2 (Two) Copies of passport sized photo (color)

2. US Passport

3. Copy of husband's valid/expired Bangladesh Passport (first 7 pages), or Dual Citizenship Certificate.

4. Copy of Marriage certificate.

5. Notarized affidavit/declaration by husband stating that their  marriage is not broken.

6. A $50 (Fifty US dollars) fee in the form of  Money Order or Cashier Check.

7. Self Self-addressed envelope with required prepaid postage for return delivery of the   passport.

For children of Bangladeshi/ Bangladeshi American:

1. 2 (Two) Copies of passport sized photo (color).

2. US Passport.

3. Copy of fathers' valid/expired Bangladesh Passport (first 7 pages), or Dual Citizenship Certificate.

4. Notarized affidavit/declaration by parents stating that he/she is his/her biological son/daughter (Click for sample).

5. A $50 (Fifty US dollars) fee in the form of Money Order or Cashier Check.

6. Self-addressed envelope with required prepaid postage for return delivery of the passport.

Applications for visa are received at the Consulate General of Bangladesh in Los Angeles on all working days from 9:30 am to 12.30 pm. Visa is generally processed on the same day provided the application is received before 12:30 am. The passport can be picked up in the afternoon between 3:30 and 4:30 pm. If the Consulate requires more than one day for processing the visa, the applicant will be informed.

A hospitality booth is available at the Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, Dhaka to assist investors and importers visiting Bangladesh. Persons willing to obtain the services may be required to produce reference documents from concerned Bangladesh authorities (viz. Board of Investment, BEPZA, BGMEA, FBCCI). The hospitality booth is located inside the main terminal building close to the Immigration Desk and the Customs Enclosure.