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Bangladesh passport holders: Single entry for Pakistan. Fee: USD 25–50 (~USD 25–50). Processing: 7-20 working days (longer than the previous 24-48 hour VPA turnaround, which is now suspended). Indicative only — always verify with the official mission before applying.
Overview
Pakistan suspended its free Visa Prior to Arrival (VPA) scheme for 126 nationalities, including Bangladesh, effective 1 Jan 2026 (no formal government announcement; reported consistently across visa-news outlets) — Bangladeshi travellers must now use the standard paid e-Visa via the Pakistan Online Visa System (POVS/NADRA). Per Pakistan's official DGI&P fee schedule: Tourist/Visit e-Visa USD 25 (single entry), USD 37.5 (multiple, up to 1 yr), USD 50 (multiple, over 1 yr); Business/Work e-Visa USD 100 (single), USD 150 (multiple up to 1yr), USD 200 (multiple over 1yr); Transit USD 12.5.
Visa types: Tourist e-Visa (single/multiple entry); Business e-Visa; Family Visit e-Visa; Student; Work; Transit; Diplomatic/Official. The free VPA (Visa Prior to Arrival) scheme is suspended since 1 Jan 2026 — no free or on-arrival route remains for ordinary Bangladeshi passport holders; a standard paid e-Visa is now required for all categories.
Fees & funds
Stay & validity
eVisa Validity: 30 days to 1 year. Max Stay: 30-90 days (varies).
Extension possibleConditional
Overstay penalty: Per-day fine + possible re-entry ban — verify with destination immigration authority
How to apply
Requirements
Passport & photo
Required documents: Valid passport (6+ months); Online application at visa.nadra.gov.pk; Digital photo; Bank statement (3 months); Hotel booking; Return ticket; Travel itinerary; For Business: invitation from Pakistani company; For Family Visit: invitation + relationship proof + sponsor docs; For Student: admission letter + Higher Education Commission approval.
Visa types (2)
eVisa available. Tourist visa: USD 30-60 depending on entries/duration.
Pakistan Business Visa. BD-Pakistan diplomatic relations resumed normal levels post-2024 government change. Bilateral trade growing (textile, pharmaceuticals). Pakistan High Commission in Dhaka is functional.
Common rejection reasons
Common BD rejections: (1) BD-PK visa-on-arrival ONLY for diplomats/officials - ordinary passports need eVisa; (2) Political relations affect processing - delays common; (3) For Business: invitation from Pakistani company; (4) For Family Visit: relationship proof critical; (5) For Student: HEC approval; (6) NADRA system documentation strict.
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