Bangladesh E-Passport Application And Photo

Since 2023, Bangladesh has introduced e-passports, marking a significant technological leap in its travel document issuance system. Additionally, the country is actively broadening the scope of services offered within its borders and at foreign missions to enhance the convenience and efficiency of passport-related processes for its citizens.

This comprehensive guideline has compiled all the necessary info about the new e-passport for Bangladeshi citizens.

Table of contents

• Bangladesh e-passport vs. ordinary passport: the difference
• Who can apply for a Bangladesh e-passport?
• Is it possible to get a Bangladesh e-passport abroad?
• How to apply for a Bangladesh e-passport online?
• Documents required for Bangladesh e-passport application
• Bangladesh passport photo requirements
• Get a Bangladesh passport photo online!
• Bangladesh e-passport fees
• Bangladesh e-passport waiting times

Bangladesh e-passport vs. ordinary passport: the difference

The key difference between a Bangladesh e-passport and an ordinary passport is their security features and technology. While both serve as official travel documents, the e-passport incorporates advanced biometric data, including fingerprint and facial recognition, enhancing security and reducing the risk of identity fraud. Additionally, e-passports store digital information electronically, making border control processes more efficient. In contrast, ordinary passports rely solely on physical stamps and labels for identification, making them less secure and efficient in today's digital age.

Furthermore, unlike traditional passports, e-passports and machine-readable passports are not renewed, but “reissued”: the old passport is canceled, and a new one is issued. Bangladesh's transition to e-passports signifies a significant step towards modernizing its travel document system.

Who can apply for a Bangladesh e-passport?

All Bangladeshi citizens are eligible for a Bangladeshi e-passport. To request a new passport, you must possess either a valid Bangladeshi NID card or a valid Birth Registration Certificate.

Is it possible to get a Bangladesh e-passport abroad?

Yes, getting a Bangladeshi e-passport overseas is possible, if the Bangladeshi diplomatic mission in your current country of residence has the service to issue it. At the moment, 33 foreign missions offer the service. Check with your local embassy to find out whether you can get an e-passport issued with them.

How to apply for a Bangladesh e-passport online?

Thanks to the e-passport system, the process is now more streamlined. Here are the steps:

1. Make sure your local passport office or embassy serves e-passports;
2. Fill out the online passport application form;
3. Pay passport fees using the available payment methods;
4. Visit your passport office or Bangladesh mission for biometric enrolment, including the live facial photograph required for most applicants;
5. Collect your passport.

Documents required for Bangladesh e-passport application

Here are the required documents:

• A summary of your application, such as the confirmation page from your online submission with a barcode;
• A completed application that you've submitted online;
• Payment in the form of a money order, cashier's check, or official check, following the provided fee table;
• Your most recently issued original Bangladeshi passport (if it's lost, include the GD/police report containing the lost passport's number);
• A copy of your Bangladeshi National ID (NID) or a copy of the verified Birth Registration Certificate (BRC);
• If you're also a foreign citizen, a copy of the Dual Nationality Certificate issued by the Government of Bangladesh;
• Proof of your legal status abroad, if applying abroad, such as a valid visa, permanent resident card;
• A copy of your marriage or divorce registration certificate (if applicable);
• If there have been any changes in your data compared to your most recent Bangladeshi MRP/E-passport, please include relevant supporting documents;
• For a child up to 5 years old, the parents may provide a photo that will be scanned during enrolment. The photo should meet the requirements for biometric face images;
• For every application for a child up to 15 years old, both parents must provide their photos with the application. The central FAQ does not specify the dimensions of the parents' photos, so applicants should confirm the required format with the passport office or Bangladesh mission;
• Any other documents that may be relevant to your application based on your case.

Bangladesh passport photo requirements

Most Bangladesh e-passport applicants do not need to upload a prepared passport photo or attach a printed photo to the application. According to the official e-passport FAQ, passport staff take the facial image with a digital camera during in-person enrolment. This live image, together with the other biometric data required for the applicant's age group, is used for the e-passport.

For the enrolment photo, wear colored clothing that contrasts with the background. The official enrolment checklist advises applicants not to wear white clothing for the photo, and some missions also ask applicants to avoid uniforms and other light-colored clothing. Keep your full face visible and follow the operator's instructions when the image is captured.

For children up to 5 years old, parents may provide a photo that will be scanned during enrolment. For all applications for children up to 15 years old, both parents have to provide their photos with the application. This is a separate requirement from the child's photo.

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You will receive a digital photo of your Bangladesh passport for online application and a photo for printing. Here they are:

Bangladesh e-passport fees

The fees depend on where you’re getting the e-passport from, the type, and the delivery type. Here are fees for applications from inside Bangladesh:

e-Passport with 48 pages and 5 years validity

• Regular delivery: TK 4,025
• Express delivery: TK 6,325
• Super Express delivery: TK 8,625

e-Passport with 48 pages and 10 years validity

• Regular delivery: TK 5,750
• Express delivery: TK 8,050
• Super Express delivery: TK 10,350

e-Passport with 64 pages and 5 years validity

• Regular delivery: TK 6,325
• Express delivery: TK 8,625
• Super Express delivery: TK 12,075

e-Passport with 64 pages and 10 years validity

• Regular delivery: TK 8,050
• Express delivery: TK 10,350
• Super Express delivery: TK 13,800

For applications abroad from general applicants, fees start at USD 100 for e-Passport with 48 pages and 5 years validity with regular delivery. Students and certain workers can get their passports with lower fees.

Bangladesh e-passport waiting times

This depends on the delivery type:

• Regular Delivery: Completed within 15 working days, or 21 days from the date of biometric enrollment;
• Express Delivery: Expedited processing, with completion within 7 working days, or 10 days from the date of biometric enrollment;
• Super Express Delivery: Fastest service, completed within 2 working days from the date of biometric enrollment.