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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Student visa (Student Visa)

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Embassy required

• Maximum stay: 365 days
• Processing time: Several weeks to months
• Fee: Varies by nationality
• Validity: 1 year, extendable based on course duration
• Entry: Multiple entry

Multiple-entry visa valid for up to one year. Can be extended depending on the length of the study course. Requires attestation from Bangladesh Ministry of Education.

Eligibility

• Purpose of visit

  Valid for pursuing academic courses in Bangladesh educational institutions

  Includes

  • Academic study
• Financial

  Must demonstrate financial capacity to cover tuition fees and living expenses

  Minimum funds: As required by educational institution

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: Certificate of financial guarantee; Minimum amount: Sufficient funds to cover tuition and living expenses

• Invitation letter

  Host requirements: Letter from educational institution in Bangladesh, duly attested by the Bangladesh Ministry of Education, Dhaka

• 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 admission letter from Bangladesh educational institution and get it attested by Ministry of Education

2. Online application

   Complete online application at visa.gov.bd

3. Document submission

   Submit documents including attested admission letter, financial guarantee certificate, and other supporting documents

4. Fee payment

   Pay visa application fee

5. Processing wait

   Wait for processing (several weeks to months)

6. Visa collection

   Collect passport with student 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.