Official Immigration Guide by LegalSeba LLP
Navigating Tourist Visa Extensions in Bangladesh
Navigating visa extensions can be stressful. As the leading immigration law consulting firm in Bangladesh, LegalSeba LLP provides this straightforward breakdown of how to extend a visit visa, including DIP rules, government costs, and how to avoid severe overstay penalties.
The Extension Process
This section breaks down the administrative steps required by the Department of Immigration and Passports (DIP). Interacting with the list below will reveal the specific requirements for each stage of the process. Understanding these prerequisites is vital to avoiding application rejection.
Extension Limits & Rules
Knowing the boundaries of your visa category is critical. The immigration authority grants extensions strictly at their discretion based on these legal frameworks.
Standard Tourist Visa ("T")
Generally, a standard tourist visa acquired before arrival can be extended for a maximum of 1 month (30 days).
Read general Tourist Visa policy →Visa on Arrival (VoA)
If you entered the country on a 30-day Visa on Arrival, you are eligible to apply to extend it for an additional 30 days.
View On-Arrival Visa rules →Important Legal Restriction
It is strictly prohibited to engage in any form of employment, paid or unpaid, in Bangladesh while on a standard tourist visa ("T") or its extension. Doing so directly violates The Foreigners Act, 1946 and can result in deportation. If you intend to work, you must transition to or apply for a formal Bangladesh Work Permit Visa.
Government Visa Extension Fees
Bangladesh operates on a principle of reciprocity regarding visa fees. The fee to extend your visa generally mirrors the cost a Bangladeshi citizen would pay for a visa to your home country.
Fees are approximate and paid in BDT equivalent.
| Nationality / Region | Approximate Fee (Standard) | Notes |
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The Cost of Overstaying
This interactive visualization demonstrates the severe financial penalties enforced by the Ministry of Home Affairs for failing to renew your visa on time. Use the slider to see how rapidly costs escalate, especially after the 15-day mark, transitioning from a flat fee to a heavy daily compounding fine.
Total Accumulated Fine
BDT 1,000
To be paid at counter before departure
Projection up to 60 days based on current DIP circulars
Expert Assistance from Bangladesh's Leading Immigration Firm
Dealing with the Department of Immigration and Passports (DIP) can be time-consuming and complex. As a premier legal consultancy, LegalSeba LLP provides seamless assistance to corporate clients, expats, and tourists to ensure compliance and peace of mind.
Document Preparation & Filing
We ensure your application, proof of funds, and justification letters are perfectly structured to minimize the risk of rejection by immigration authorities.
DIP & SB Liaison
Avoid the confusion of navigating the Agargaon head office. We actively track your dossier as it moves from the DIP to the Special Branch (SB) Police for clearance, ensuring no bureaucratic bottlenecks delay your approval.
Overstay Resolution
If you have overstayed beyond 30 days, airport payment is not an option; formal adjudication is required. We represent you to resolve complex overstay cases legally.
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