Are you planning to apply for a passport but unsure about the required documents? Whether it’s a 5-year or 10-year validity e-passport, this guide will provide you with all the details you need to apply for a passport in Bangladesh in 2024.
Transition to E-Passport in Bangladesh
In 2024, Bangladesh only issues e-passports, replacing the old Machine Readable Passports (MRP). As the first country in Asia to introduce e-passports, Bangladesh allows applicants to complete the process online with a valid National ID card (NID) or birth certificate.
Applying for an e-passport is straight forward and the required documents vary depending on the type of passport you need. Here’s a breakdown:
Types of Passports in Bangladesh
- Children’s Passport
- Adult Passport
- Government Employee Passport
For government employees, additional documents like NOC (No Objection Certificate) and GO (Government Order) are necessary for official foreign travel.
Required Documents for E-Passport Application
1. Required Documents for Children’s Passport
- Child’s online birth registration certificate
- Photocopy of parents’ NID cards
- Online application summary and copy (3 pages)
- Bank draft copy for application fees
- Immunization card (if applicable)
- Passport-size photo (3R size)
Note: For applicants under 20, parents’ documents are mandatory since they do not have NID cards.
2. Required Documents for Adult Passport
- National ID card (NID) copy
- Citizen certificate issued by union or municipal chairman
- Utility bill copy
- Online application summary and copy (3 pages)
- Bank draft copy for application fees
- Student card or certificate (for students)
- Parents’ NID (optional)
- Marriage certificate (if married)
Note: Adults with an NID do not need additional guardian documents.
3. Required Documents for Government Employee Passport
- Applicant’s NID card copy
- Citizen certificate
- Utility bill copy
- Online application summary and copy (3 pages)
- Bank draft copy for application fees
- Marriage certificate (if married)
- NOC (No Objection Certificate)
- GO (Government Order)
Note: Government employees must provide a NOC issued by their department or ministry and for spouse-inclusive passports, the spouse’s NID and marriage certificate are required.
How to Apply for an E-Passport in Bangladesh
- Gather all required documents for your respective passport category.
- Pay the application fees online and keep the receipt.
- Submit the application online and schedule an appointment for biometric verification.
