Tourist Visa Extension in Dhaka, Bangladesh - Is It Possible?

Описание: For an independent backpacker and traveler, extending a tourist visa in Bangladesh is a challenging experience. One could even call it a bureaucratic adventure. I set off on this adventure 30 days ago. And today was THE day - the day I returned to the Dhaka Passport and Immigration office (by CNG of course) to see if I had been successful, or if I had somehow become an illegal alien.

Mysterious tokens, incomprehensible non-systems, shouting parking guards, a nervous Canadian, and a plaintive computer voice calling out "V-1-2". What could all this be about? Well, as they say, you have to watch the video to find out.

I hope you enjoy it just as much as I did living the experience. Never a dull moment where tourist visas are concerned.

You can get official information at the Bangladesh Online MRV Portal here:

https://www.visa.gov.bd/Home.aspx

I'd recommend downloading the application form and filling it out before you go to apply for your visa extension. The visa window does not open until 10 a.m., and you likely won't even be able to get a form until then.

This official website also has the fee list for different nationalities. Make sure you bring enough in Bangladeshi taka to cover the fee for your country.

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