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How to get a Bangladesh visa from Egypt

Visa types, fees, processing times and application requirements for Egyptian passport holders travelling to Bangladesh.

Visa types & fees

5 visa options for travelling to Bangladesh.

Business visa

Processing time3 working days
Validity90 days
Fee (approx.)$57

Journalist visa

Processing time3 working days
ValidityMore than 90 days
Fee (approx.)$57

Student visa

Processing time3 working days
Validity90 days
Fee (approx.)$57

Tourist visa

Processing time3 working days
Validity90 days
Fee (approx.)$57

Work visa

Processing time3 working days
ValidityMore than 90 days
Fee (approx.)$57

Application requirements

Documents Egyptian applicants need to provide.

  • Passport with a validity of more than 6 months from the intended period of exiting the country. The passport should have at least two blank pages for the necessary stamp.
  • Duly completed visa application form signed by the applicant.
  • Two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background. The photo should follow the specification for a visa application.
  • Original copy of bank statement from the past three months prior to the period of visa application. This is proof of a steady and continuous flow of funds.
  • Travel insurance which has sufficient medical coverage. The insurance should be valid for the duration of your stay in the country.
  • Proof of accommodation for the period you will be staying in the country.
  • Copy of return flight ticket.
  • Travel itinerary.

Visa type details

Tourist visa

  • Applicants of this visa are foreign nationals traveling to Bangladesh with the intention of sightseeing and relaxing.
  • This visa allows foreigners to visit their friends or relatives who hold permanent residence in the country.
  • An official letter of invitation from the applicant’s host in Bangladesh must be provided. The valid contact information of the host must be clearly stated in the letter.
  • Tourists in Bangladesh are allowed to attend festivals and events taking place in the country.
  • Applicants of this visa who are employed are required to provide a certificate of employment from their employer.
  • This visa does not allow you to take up paid or unpaid employment during your time in the country.
  • If you are under the age of 18 years, the original copy of your birth certificate which carries both names of your parents is required.
  • Documents which show that you have the incentive of returning to your home country at the expiry of this visa is required.
  • Proof of payment of visa application fee should be provided.

Business visa

  • The main applicants of this visa are business-oriented travelers visiting Bangladesh with the intention of engaging in business activities.
  • Business travelers can negotiate and sign contracts with their partners during their time in the country.
  • This visa allows foreigners to attend trade fairs, conferences, and business seminars relating to their profession.
  • A letter of invitation from the inviting company in Bangladesh is required. The letter must state the nature and the duration of the applicant’s visit.
  • The business letter must state who will be responsible for the applicant’s finances while he/she is in the country.
  • A letter from the applicant’s employer in Egypt should be provided. The letter must state the job position, salary level, and length of the applicant’s employment.
  • Proof of previous business dealings between the host company and the applicant’s company should be provided, if any.
  • A receipt that shows that the visa application fee has been paid in full is required.

Student visa

  • This visa is issued to foreigners who have enrolled and have been accepted to study in any of the academic institutions in the country.
  • A letter of acceptance from the institution the applicant has been accepted into is required. The letter must state the course the applicant will be studying and the duration of the study program.
  • Certificates and transcripts from schools the applicant previously attended should be made available.
  • Minors applying for this visa should ensure they are in possession of the original copy of their birth certificate.
  • Foreigners applying for this visa are required to have a certificate of clean criminal record from the appropriate authorities in the country.
  • Students are allowed to work part-time when school is in session and full-time when school is on break.
  • Proof that the applicant can pay the tuition fee and any other extra costs that may arise is required.
  • This visa is valid for the duration of the applicant’s study program.

Work visa

  • Applicants of this visa are those who have been offered employment by a company in Bangladesh.
  • A letter of employment signed by both the employer and employee is required. The letter must state the job position of the applicant and the duration of the employment contract.
  • Foreigners who do not have the right qualification that match they have been offered will not be granted this visa.
  • Applicants should submit a copy of the Curriculum Vitae or Resume during the visa application process.
  • Proof that there was no Bangladeshi willing and available to take the job the applicant has been offered is required.
  • A copy of the applicant’s work permit should be provided.
  • Non-Egyptians are required to present a copy of the residence permit.
  • Proof of payment of visa application fee is required.

Journalist visa

  • This visa is issued to members of the media traveling to Bangladesh.
  • A letter of invitation from the media house in Bangladesh you will be meeting with should be provided.
  • Applicants of this visa are required to fill a prescribed FF1 and FF2 form. This form must be duly signed by the applicant.
  • A letter from the local press or media is required.
  • You must provide the photocopy of the first five pages of your passport.
  • If you are traveling with a minor, the original copy of the minor’s birth certificate is required. The letter must carry both names of the minor’s parents.
  • Non-Egyptians are required to present a copy of their residence permit for Egypt.
  • Proof of payment of visa application fee is required.

Where to apply

Bangladesh embassy & visa application centers in Egypt.

Cairo

Address18, Dr. Mohammed Abdou El-Saeed Street, Giza, Cairo, Egypt.
Phone+2 (02) 3748 1796, +2 (02) 3748 1758
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Frequently asked questions

Can I go to Bangladesh without a passport

No, having a valid passport is one of the requirements of obtaining a visa to Bangladesh.

Can I get a refund of my visa application fees

No, you cannot get a refund for your visa application fees.

Can I fill in my application form in a language other than English language

No, you can only fill in your application in the English language.

What does the Bangladesh flag mean

The Bangladeshi flag is a rendition of a red disk on a green field. The bottle-green color is the emblem of the widespread greenery of the country and the reddish circle in the middle is the rising over the country also symbolizing bloodshed of the martyr’s in ’71 liberation war.

What is the most beautiful place in Bangladesh

Cox’s Bazar is the most beautiful place to visit in Bangladesh.
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