Eligibility

An individual who is a foreign journalist of newspapers/magazines/TV or radio networks/ news agencies/ representatives of print, electronics or satellite media/freelance journalist want to visit Bangladesh for the purpose of collecting information/news or official duty, he /she is eligible to apply for Journalist visa.

Application Process:

A. Online application ( Online MRP Visa Application Form)

B. Manual application (MRP Visa Application Form)

Requirements for both online and manual applications:

1. Printed copy of duly filled in online VISA application form and signed accordingly or filled in (manually) Visa application form;
2. Signature of applicant in application form within the signature marked area
3. Recent passport size colour photo- 2 (Two) copies with white background;
4. Original Passport (valid for at least six months with minimum two blank pages ) with a photocopy of photo page;
5. Filled in FF-I, FF-II and Equipment list form with signature. Please click here to download the form.
6. Invitation letter from the concerned organization in Bangladesh.
7. Declaration letter with the description of the purpose of shooting (storyline), shooting spot and draft shooting schedule
8. A letter from the Organization/Media House where the applicant is currently working.
9. The applicant needs to submit the application in person and pay visa fees as required (Visa Fees Chart)

Duration of Journalist Visa:

Duration of journalist visa is for maximum one month single/double/ multiple entries. Duration is fixed on the basis of individual application Please note that the validity of the visa begins from the date of issue and not from the date of travel on your application form

Important Notice:

Once the Bangladesh visa has been granted, then a printed copy of visa sticker will be attached on an entire page in your passport. Please check the details carefully for any spelling mistakes and or validity etc

Please do not use Mac pc to fill up online application