FAQs - Frequently Asked Question
| * Please note that incomplete application will not be processed and returned to the applicant. | ||
| Sl. No. | Question | Answer |
| 1 | Do I need to fill up the form on line for passport, visa or No-Visa Required (NVR)? |
Yes. 1. On-line submission of application should first be made by the applicant: a. For passport, http://www.passport.gov.bd b. For Visa & No Visa www.visa.gov.bd 2. Then Print the application (after submitting on-line) 3. Submit print out of the filled-in form and supporting documents to the High Commission. |
| 2 | How long do I have to wait after sending my Foreign passport for getting my No-Visa Required Sticker? | 5 (Five) business days from the date of receiving by Bangladesh High Commission (+ postal time if done by Canada Post). |
| 3 | How long is the passport processing time? |
Up to 8 (Eight) weeks (in case of new passport and re-issue) for regular service depending on arrival of the passport from Dhaka. Up to 4 (Four) weeks (in case of new passport and re-issue) for Express service depending on arrival of the passport from Dhaka. (+ postal time as done by Canada Post, in both cases). |
| 4 | When should I send my passport for re-issue? | At least one month before expiry of the existing passport. |
| 5 | What is the fee for MRP passport, Re-issue and Visa / No-Visa? |
New passport & Reissue: 150 CAD (Regular service) 300 CAD (Express service) No-Visa Required Endorsement: 80 CAD. Visa for Canadian nationals: 100 CAD or Single Entry; 200 CAD for Multiple /Double Entry. (However, separate visa fees are applicable for nationals of other countries) |
| 6 | For more than one services, can I pay fees by one bank draft? | No. For different types of services separate fees should be provided. |
| 7 | What documents should I include with my child's No-Visa Required application when I send application via mail? |
* Printed copy of the visa form completely filled up on line. Form is available at www.visa.gov.bd and the same form is valid for visa and No Visa Required endorsement * Original Canadian passport of the child * Parents’ BD Passport photocopy * Child’s Canadian Birth Certificate that has parent’s name/s on it *1 photo * 80 CAD bank draft *paid return envelops (if you want delivery via mail). |
| 8 | Which numbers should I call to know my application status or convey my concerns? Any e-mail address to contact? |
+1 613 236 0138 *Extn. 221 [for Appointments (MRP and Reissue only). No appointments needed For Visa, No Visa and attestation] *Extn. 242, 230 and 231 [for MRP, Visa and No Visa] *Extn. 229 [for Attestation and Birth Registration] E-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. [for visa and no-visa related queries] This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. [for passport related queries] |
| 9 | Can I get new passport or get my passport re-issue in Bangladesh Consulate Office in Toronto? | No, at present Passport service is only provided at the High Commission in Ottawa. |
| 10 | What is the address of Bangladesh Consulate in Toronto? | 1505-2235 Sheppard Avenue East, Atria II Toronto, Ontario M2J 5B5, Canada Switchboard: +1-647-812-2791-2, Fax: +1-416-492-3171 e-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
| 11 | The Form says USD. There is also Mission/Bank and Branch section. How do I fill the form and make payment? |
*USD and CAD are the same. Delete USD and Write CAD. *Bank/Mission is the Institution you may order a Bank Draft from. (TD Bank, RBC, Canada Post,etc...) *Branch is the branch name or number where the draft is prepared. *All information to fill under payment of fee section of the form will be available on your Bank/postal Draft. |
| 12 | For Passport reissue, do I have to fill the online application form too? |
No, for reissue of MRP, there is only a one page application form that the application has to fill in saying’’ reissue/correction/alteration’’ -DIP Form 2. |