Visa requirements

Bangladesh

General visa requirements for travelling to Bangladesh. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.

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Medical visa (Medical Visa)

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Embassy required

• Maximum stay: 90 days
• Processing time: 7-15 business days
• Fee: Varies by nationality
• Validity: 3 months or duration of treatment
• Entry: Single entry

For foreign nationals seeking medical treatment in Bangladesh. Duration based on medical treatment requirements.

Eligibility

• Purpose of visit

  Valid for seeking medical treatment at recognized medical facilities in Bangladesh

  Includes

  • Medical treatment
• Health

  Must have confirmed medical appointment at Bangladesh healthcare facility

  Required vaccinations: N/A

• Financial

  Must demonstrate ability to pay for medical treatment and related expenses

  Minimum funds: Sufficient to cover treatment costs

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6

• Photo

  Count: 2; Specifications: 45x35mm, white background, JPEG format, under 300KB, taken within last 6 months

• Proof of funds

  Accepted forms: Bank statements, sponsorship letter, medical insurance; Minimum amount: Sufficient funds to cover medical treatment and stay

• Invitation letter

  Host requirements: Letter from recognized medical institution in Bangladesh confirming appointment and treatment plan

• Application form

  Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

  Form name: Bangladesh Machine Readable Visa (MRV) Application; Form url: https://visa.gov.bd/

• Visa fee payment

  Accepted methods: Online payment, bank transfer, or cash; Amount: Varies by nationality

How to apply

1. Document gathering

   Obtain medical appointment letter from Bangladesh healthcare facility and gather financial documents

2. Online application

   Complete online application at visa.gov.bd

3. Document submission

   Submit medical letter, financial proof, and other supporting documents to embassy

4. Fee payment

   Pay visa application fee

5. Processing wait

   Wait for processing (7-15 business days)

6. Visa collection

   Collect passport with medical visa

• Apply for an e-Visa online (opens in new tab)

This information is provided for general guidance only. Visa requirements can change frequently and may vary by nationality. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for assistance.