Largest medical-tourism and study destination for Bangladeshis. eVisa via indianvisaonline.gov.in; medical M-Visa via IVAC Dhaka.
Pathways & visa routes
- Passport scan
- Photo
- Return ticket
Apply at indianvisaonline.gov.in — PDF issued by email.
- Passport scan
- Photo
- Hospital invitation letter
- Medical reports
Requires treatment confirmation from an Indian hospital. 2 attendants eligible for e-Medical Attendant visa.
- Passport
- Invitation from Indian company
- Trade licence
- Bank statement
Filed via IVAC, Gulshan, Dhaka.
- University admission letter
- Academic transcripts
- Financial proof
Registration with the FRRO/FRO applies where the visa is issued for a period exceeding 6 months. The Ministry of External Affairs' checklist states it should be done within 14 days of first arrival and requires a bonafide certificate from your institution in case of a student visa; the e-FRRO portal states the requirement by reference to actual stay instead, where aggregate stay in a calendar year and/or continuous stay on each entry exceeds 180 days. Check the condition that applies to your visa.
Visa fees
The Government of India charges Bangladeshi nationals no visa fee. The only amount payable is the processing fee levied by the Indian Visa Application Centre.
| Charge | Amount | Paid to |
|---|---|---|
| Government of India visa fee | BDT 0: free of charge for all Bangladeshi nationals | No charge |
| IVAC visa processing fee | BDT 1,500 (all-inclusive) | IVAC, online |
IVAC states: "Apart from the visa processing fee of BDT 1500 charged by IVAC, no additional payment is required to obtain or expedite appointment slots." Any demand for more is described by IVAC as fraudulent.
Service is currently restricted. IVAC advises that its centres are offering limited appointment slots for urgent medical and emergency cases, and that this will remain so until IVAC resumes its normal operations.
Source: IVAC Bangladesh. Fee effective 10.08.2025; source retrieved 25 September 2026.
Required documents
Original passport signed, with at least two blank visa pages.
Plain light or white background, no borders, head measuring 25–35 mm (1 in to 1-3/8 in), uploaded as JPEG between 10 KB and 300 KB.
Return or onward ticket matching the visa duration.
Hotel booking or host invitation covering the full stay.
Required when staying with family, friends, or attending a business host.
No-objection certificate with leave approval — salaried travellers.
For itineraries transiting yellow-fever endemic countries.
Embassy & application centre
High Commission of India, Dhaka
- Plot No. 1-3, Park Road, Baridhara, Dhaka-1212
- Phone: +880-2-55067301-308
- Email/contact: hoc.dhaka@mea.gov.in
- Hours: Sun–Thu 9:00–17:30
IVAC (Indian Visa Application Center)
- Floor G1, South Court, Jamuna Future Park, Progoti Sharani, Baridhara, Dhaka-1229
- Appointment mandatory for sticker visas.
Frequently asked questions
What is the India visa fee for Bangladeshis?
Indian visas are issued free of charge to Bangladeshi citizens. The only compulsory payment is IVAC’s service charge of BDT 1,500.
Can I extend my stay?
e-Tourist visas cannot be extended. Medical visas may be extended through the FRRO with hospital certification.
Is a return ticket mandatory?
Yes — immigration requires a confirmed return or onward ticket.
Do I need a sponsor?
Only for long-term or employment visas; tourist eVisas need no sponsor.
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