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Short-visit entry: eVisaStay: 30–180 daysVisa fee: USD 0Processing: 3–5 days
Verified 2026-09-10Largest medical-tourism and study destination for Bangladeshis. eVisa via indianvisaonline.gov.in; medical M-Visa via IVAC Dhaka.
Pathways & visa routes
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Tourist Visa (T-1) - regular (paper) visa, applied online and submitted at IVAC
Available
Max stay: up to 1 year Fee: No fee — waived for this nationality/route Entry: Not published Work rights: Not published
- Passport in original (min. 6 months validity on the submission date, at least 2 blank pages) plus copy of pages 2 and 3 — none stated by the authority
- All old passports — none stated by the authority
- Recent colour photograph 2x2 in (350x350 px), full face on white background, not older than 3 months — none stated by the authority
- Proof of present residence: copy of National ID card plus a utility bill (electricity, telephone, gas or water) — none stated by the authority
- Proof of profession: employer's certificate (students: institutional ID card; retired: retirement papers) — none stated by the authority
- Proof of financial soundness: international travel card (e.g. SBI Travel card) OR updated bank statement for the last 3 months OR foreign-currency endorsement equivalent to US$150 per applicant (not older than 1 month) OR international credit card with running-year endorsement in the passport — none stated by the authority
- Online visa application form carrying the BGD registration number — none stated by the authority
- Copy of the Citizenship/domicile certificate clearly indicating the address (MHA document list for Bangladesh nationals) — English translation required where the document is not in English
- Proof of profession/employment letter from a Government Head of Department, or clearance from the Government of Bangladesh, or (private sector) a letter giving designation, duration of service and address, or (self-employed) the business registration issued by the Government of Bangladesh — English translation where the document is not in English
- For a long-term tourist visa: sponsor/relative/host documents from India (copy of passport, electricity bill, telephone bill, ration card or election I-card identifying the address - any two, one of which should preferably be the passport) — none stated by the authority
Checked 2026-09-10
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Business Visa (B-1) - regular (paper) visa
Available
Max stay: up to 5 years Fee: Not published Entry: Not published Work rights: Not published
- Passport in original (min. 6 months validity, 2 blank pages) + copy of pages 2-3 and all old passports — none stated by the authority
- Recent 2x2 in colour photograph, white background, not older than 3 months — none stated by the authority
- National ID card; latest utility bill — none stated by the authority
- Bank statement / dollar endorsement / active international credit card / travel card — none stated by the authority
- Profession proof; TIN and tax certificate; Trade Licence with Tax Identification Number — none stated by the authority
- Invitation letter from the Indian sponsoring company/partner (stating name and contact number of the person who can verify it) — none stated by the authority
- Import Registration Certificate (IRC) and Export Registration Certificate (ERC) — none stated by the authority
- Letter of Credit / dual-party agreement with the Indian company — none stated by the authority
- Association/membership certificate or sponsorship letter of a recognised Chamber of Commerce of Bangladesh (or Bangladesh Bank, Board of Investments, BEPZA, FBCCI, DCCI) — none stated by the authority
- Covering letter explaining the purpose of visit and nature of business dealings; name, address and contact numbers of the applicant's business establishment — none stated by the authority
- Bank statements of the company and of the applicant for the last 6 months; audited accounts/income-tax returns for the last two years (MHA financial-standing test) — none stated by the authority
- Copy of the Citizenship/domicile certificate clearly indicating the address (MHA list) — English translation where not in English
Checked 2026-09-10
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Medical Visa (M-1 / M-3 Ayush) with Medical Attendant Visa (M-2 / M-4) - regular (paper) visa
Available
Fee: No fee — waived for this nationality/route Entry: multiple Work rights: Not published
- Passport in original + all old passports; 2x2 in photograph; National ID/birth certificate; utility bill — none stated by the authority
- Proof of profession; bank statement/dollar endorsement/international credit card — none stated by the authority
- Medical invitation/appointment letter from the Indian hospital with a specific date — none stated by the authority
- All original medical documents/reports — originals required
- Medical certificate in original from a recognised hospital/doctor in Bangladesh detailing the medical condition — in original; the Bangladeshi doctor must recommend treatment abroad for the first visit
- Letter of appointment from a Government / ICMR / NABH / MCI / CGHS-recognised Indian hospital (MHA) — none stated by the authority
- Medical records and diagnostic reports from Bangladesh indicating the diagnosis and recommending specialised treatment abroad (MHA) — in original
- Recommendation from the attending doctor in India where treatment is continuing (optional) — none stated by the authority
- For hospitalisation/long-term treatment: bank statements for the last 6 months and a bank solvency certificate (optional) — none stated by the authority
- Copy of the Citizenship/domicile certificate clearly indicating the address (MHA list) — English translation where not in English
Checked 2026-09-10
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Student Visa (S-1) - regular (paper) visa
Available
Max stay: up to 5 years Fee: Not published Entry: Not published Work rights: Not published
- Passport in original + all old passports; 2x2 in photograph; National ID/birth certificate; utility bill; profession proof — none stated by the authority
- Bank solvency certificate and bank statement — none stated by the authority
- Bonafide certificate — none stated by the authority
- Evidence of admission to the Institute/Course in a recognised University/Board in India — none stated by the authority
- Guarantee from parents/guardian through the authorised bank that the applicant has enough financial resources and that the bank will remit foreign exchange on the parent's/guardian's behalf — issued through the authorised bank
- Photocopies of the relevant academic certificates on which admission is sought or obtained — none stated by the authority
- Copy of the Citizenship/domicile certificate clearly indicating the address (MHA list) — English translation where not in English
- Evidence of adequate financial standing to support academic and living expenses (bank statements, proof of assured sponsorship/stipend) - MHA — none stated by the authority
Checked 2026-09-10
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e-Visa — e-Tourist
Declared unknown — the authority does not address this
Fee: No fee — waived for this nationality/route Entry: Not published Work rights: Not published
Checked 2026-09-10
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e-Visa — e-Business
Not available
Fee: Not published Entry: Not published Work rights: Not published
Checked 2026-09-10
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e-Visa — e-Medical
Available
Fee: No fee — waived for this nationality/route Entry: Not published Work rights: Not published
Checked 2026-09-10
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e-Visa — e-Medical Attendant
Available
Fee: No fee — waived for this nationality/route Entry: Not published Work rights: Not published
Checked 2026-09-10
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e-Visa — e-Conference
Declared unknown — the authority does not address this
Fee: Not published Entry: Not published Work rights: Not published
Checked 2026-09-10
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e-Visa — e-Student
Declared unknown — the authority does not address this
Fee: Not published Entry: Not published Work rights: Not published
Checked 2026-09-10
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e-Visa — e-Film
Declared unknown — the authority does not address this
Fee: Not published Entry: Not published Work rights: Not published
Checked 2026-09-10
Official fees are set by the authority and may change without notice. Verify against the official source before you pay. Bank charge of 3% is added to applicable e-Visa fees.
Required documents
Passport (6+ months validity) required
Original passport signed, with at least two blank visa pages.
Passport photo (35×45 mm) required
Recent colour photo, white background — meets the /tools/visa-photo-checker/ spec.
Confirmed return ticket required
Return or onward ticket matching the visa duration.
Accommodation proof required
Hotel booking or host invitation covering the full stay.
Bank statement (last 3 months) required
Minimum balance typically USD 500–1,500 depending on destination.
Invitation letter conditional
Required when staying with family, friends, or attending a business host.
NOC from employer conditional
No-objection certificate with leave approval — salaried travellers.
Yellow fever certificate conditional
For itineraries transiting yellow-fever endemic countries.
Embassy & application centre
High Commission of India, Dhaka
- House 2, Road 142, Gulshan Avenue, Dhaka 1212
- Phone: +880 2 5501 2300
- Email/contact: hoc.dhaka@mea.gov.in
- Hours: Sun–Thu 9:00–17:30
IVAC (Indian Visa Application Center)
- Delta Dahlia Tower, Gulshan 2, Dhaka
- Appointment mandatory for sticker visas. Average processing 7–14 days.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the India eVisa take?
The e-Tourist Visa is typically issued in 3–5 working days; urgent applications are often processed in 24–72 hours.
What is the India visa fee for Bangladeshis?
India's visa fee is waived for Bangladeshi ordinary passport holders. The IVAC service fee is BDT 1,500 (checked 2026-09-06).
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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