Bangladesh•AsiaDiplomatic and Official Visa (Category A/A1/A2)
At a Glance
Processing Time
5-10 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
As required
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Visa for diplomatic officials, government representatives, and international organization staff on official duty. Includes government officials (A1), UN/international org staff (A2), and diplomatic passport holders (A).
The Diplomatic and Official Visa covers multiple categories: Category A for diplomatic passport holders, Category A1 for government officials on official tour/duty, and Category A2 for UN and international organization staff. Diplomatic officials can often obtain a Visa on Arrival in Bangladesh.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months months
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: IL
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Diplomatic/official passport
Valid diplomatic or official passport
Passport photos
2 recent color photos
Note Verbal
Note Verbal from government ministry or official office
Official letter
Official letter detailing position, duration, and purpose
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Advantages
- No visa fee required
- Flexible duration based on assignment
- Visa on Arrival available for diplomats
- Expedited processing
Considerations
- Limited to government/diplomatic officials
- Requires official documentation
- Official purpose only
- Not available to general public
Application Process
Prepare official documentation
Obtain Note Verbal or official letter from government ministry/office
Complete visa application
Fill in diplomatic/official visa application form
Gather documents
Collect passport, photos, official letter/Note Verbal
Submit application
Submit to Bangladesh embassy by post with required documents
Await decision
Allow 5-10 working days for processing
Collect visa
Collect visa from embassy
Application Forms
Diplomatic Visa Application Form
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