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? | 10 (Ten) 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 re-issue) for regular service depending on arrival of the passport from Dhaka. Up to 4 (Four) weeks (in case of 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 * If there is any previous NVR issued in the old passport, copy of the relevant page of the passport must also be submitted * Provide request letter of the parents to issue NVR in favour of the child/children * Applicants who are 15 years old or above and born to Bangladeshi descendants, require compulsory clearance from the concerned authorities in Bangladesh *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. Passport related issues:- This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 2. Visa and No Visa related issues:- This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. and This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 3. Attestation, Police Clearance and Bangladeshi Driver's license and other consular issue: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 4. Power of Attorney related issues: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 5. Commercial issue: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 6. For any issue: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. |
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. |