Get a Bangladesh Visa

Tourist Travel Requirements for an Bangladesh Visas for Singapore Citizens

  1. Passport

    The applicant's actual passport. The passport must:

    • Be valid at least 6 months from the date the application is lodged

    • Have at least two blank visa pages

  2. Employment Authorisation or Residency Permit

    You must submit a copy (front and back) of your Employment Pass, Blue IC, Work Permit, "PR" or Singapore Pink IC. Applicants who have been issued with a new Singapore Work Pass (Work Permit, SPass, Employment Pass etc) which displays a QR code must provide a printout the expiry status through accessing the Ministry of Manpower (MOM)'s SGWorkPass app. This print out must show the current date and confirm that the work pass is valid.

  3. Photographs

    One passport sized coloured photograph. The photograph must:

    • Be uploaded in the online visa form (must be in JPEG format. Dimensions: 45 x 35mm, Pixels: 127 x 99 only)
    • Be taken against a white background
    • Be taken within the last six months
    • Have appropriate brightness and contrast showing skin tones naturally
    • Have uniform lighting (no shadows across or behind the face)
    • Be a clear and sharply focused image
    • Be taken with a neutral expression with mouth closed (not laughing or frowning)
    • Show shoulders square on (not looking over shoulder)
    • Show face looking straight at the camera, not tilted sideways or up or down
    • Show the edges of face (hair out of face)
    • Show eyes open and clearly visible, (nothing obscuring eyes, including hair)
    • Show no head coverings (except for religious purposes)
    • Prescription glasses may be worn (no sunglasses or tinted lenses or thick framed lenses)In addition to uploading a JPEG photo, you must also submit the original photo along with your application.

  4. Visa Application Form

    Visa application forms for Bangladesh must be completed online. Please visit www.visa.gov.bd to access the online form.

    Applicants will be required to provide an e- mail address in order to complete the online visa form.

    All applicants must complete the online visa form, upload a recent passport sized photo (35mm x 45mm in JPEG; maximum size is 300KB), print and sign the form, then forward to CIBT along with the applicant's passport and supporting documentation.

  5. Proof of Travel Arrangements

    You must provide proof of travel arrangements for the duration of your trip.  Details of your intended arrangements must:

    • Include a copy of an itinerary or e-ticket showing entry and exit dates
    • Show the traveler's full name as it appears in the passport
    • Include a copy of the hotel confirmation

  6. CIBTvisas - Order Confirmation

    Please provide the CIBTvisas Order Summary which will be emailed to you at the time of placing the order.

  7. Copy of Passport Identification Page

    A clear copy of the information page(s) from the applicant's passport

  8. Personal Information Questionnaire

    Due to the recent coronavirus concerns the Embassy requires you to submit a health questionnaire with your visa application. Please complete and sign the questionnaire found in this pack.

Business Travel Requirements for an Bangladesh Visa for Singapore Citizens

  1. Passport

    The applicant's actual passport. The passport must:

    • Be valid at least 6 months from the date the application is lodged

    • Have at least two blank visa pages

  2. Employment Authorisation or Residency Permit

    You must submit a copy (front and back) of your Employment Pass, Blue IC, Work Permit, "PR" or Singapore Pink IC. Applicants who have been issued with a new Singapore Work Pass (Work Permit, SPass, Employment Pass etc) which displays a QR code must provide a printout the expiry status through accessing the Ministry of Manpower (MOM)'s SGWorkPass app. This print out must show the current date and confirm that the work pass is valid. A copy of the applicant's Singapore identity card

  3. Photographs

    One passport sized coloured photograph. The photograph must:

    • Be uploaded in the online visa form (must be in JPEG format. Dimensions: 45 x 35mm, Pixels: 127 x 99 only)
    • Be taken against a white background
    • Be taken within the last six months
    • Have appropriate brightness and contrast showing skin tones naturally
    • Have uniform lighting (no shadows across or behind the face)
    • Be a clear and sharply focused image
    • Be taken with a neutral expression with mouth closed (not laughing or frowning)
    • Show shoulders square on (not looking over shoulder)
    • Show face looking straight at the camera, not tilted sideways or up or down
    • Show the edges of face (hair out of face)
    • Show eyes open and clearly visible, (nothing obscuring eyes, including hair)
    • Show no head coverings (except for religious purposes)
    • Prescription glasses may be worn (no sunglasses or tinted lenses or thick framed lenses)In addition to uploading a JPEG photo, you must also submit the original photo along with your application.

  4. Business Introduction Letter

    You are required to provide an original Business Introduction Letter from your Singapore-based company. All letters must be printed on company letterhead that displays a Singapore mailing address. Use the sample Business Introduction Letter provided at https://cibtvisas.sg/forms?formname=Business-Introduction-Letter-Sample.pdf to complete your letter.

  5. Letter of Invitation

    You must submit a letter of invitation from the company you are visiting. A copy is acceptable. This letter must:

    • Be on company letterhead paper
    • Address the consulate in Singapore
    • Include the name of the applicant
    • State the purpose of journey
    • Specify whether a multiple entry visa or a single entry visa is needed

    If you are staying with a family member, a relative or a friend and therefore is not able to provide a hotel confirmation, a copy of the Invitation Letter must be provided by your host. This letter must:

    • Be addressed to the embassy
    • Include the full address and contact details of the host
    • Specify the purpose and duration of stay Include an acceptance of financial responsibility for the applicant
    • Be signed by the applicant's host

  6. Visa Application Form

    Visa application forms for Bangladesh must be completed online. Please visit www.visa.gov.bd to access the online form.

    Applicants will be required to provide an e- mail address in order to complete the online visa form.

    All applicants must complete the online visa form, upload a recent passport sized photo (35mm x 45mm in JPEG; maximum size is 300KB), print and sign the form, then forward to CIBT along with the applicant's passport and supporting documentation.

  7. Proof of Travel Arrangements

    You must provide proof of travel arrangements for the duration of your trip.  Details of your intended arrangements must:

    • Include a copy of an itinerary or e-ticket showing entry and exit dates
    • Show the traveler's full name as it appears in the passport

  8. CIBTvisas - Order Confirmation

    Please provide the CIBTvisas Order Summary which will be emailed to you at the time of placing the order.

  9. Additional Required Documents

    Applicants must provide:

    • Copy of Trade License  (Registration of Company) of the Bangladesh business counterparts
    • Copy of TIN Certificate
    • Income Tax Certificate of the Bangladesh business counterparts. The Income Tax Certificate must be the latest copy

  10. Copy of Passport Identification Page

    A clear copy of the information page(s) from the applicant's passport

  11. Employees of Gas, Electric, and Oil Companies

    Please note: All Gas, Electric and Oil related companies should submit a copy of their Company Contract with the Singapore Government.

  12. Previous visits to areas impacted by COVID-19

    Bangladesh has temporarily suspended entry to travellers who have been to areas impacted by COVID-19.

Bangladesh Visa FAQ

  1. When is the best time to apply for my Bangladesh visa?

    The best time to apply for your Bangladesh visa is 1-2 months before your travel date. However, if you are running short on time, we may be able to process your visa on a faster service at the Embassy’s discretion.
  2. Do I have to send you my passport to get a Bangladesh visa? Is it safe to send a passport?

    Yes. You will need to send your actual passport, not a copy of it. The Bangladesh visa is stamped on your passport and will become one of your passport pages. Visa request cannot be processed without your original passport. Because of the importance of your passport, we strongly suggest that you send your application by a secure method, such as a guaranteed postal service or courier.