Visit Visa in India

Key Facts

• Bangladeshi citizens do require a visa before entering India, even for tourism / visiting friends and family. click2visas.com+3Ministry of Home Affairs+3hcidhaka.gov.in+3

• There is a special status: the visa itself for Bangladeshi nationals is gratis (no visa fee) — but there is a visa processing / service fee charged by the Visa Application Centres (IVACs). en.bd-pratidin.com+3tourya.com.bd+3Indian Visa Bangladesh+3

What Type of Visa & Duration

• Tourist / Travel / “T” type visa for people who want to visit India for tourism, meeting friends/family etc. hcidhaka.gov.in+2Ministry of Home Affairs+2

• Stay: Up to 90 days per visit usually. Multiple entries may be possible under certain longer‑term tourist visa provisions. Ministry of Home Affairs+1

• For elders (over 65) there are special “long‑term tourist visas” (e.g. multiple entry for up to 5 years) under some circumstances, though each stay still has limits. Ministry of Home Affairs+1

Required Documents

To apply from Bangladesh, you will usually need:

1. Valid passport with minimum 6 months validity and at least 2 blank visa pages. hcidhaka.gov.in+1

2. Previous passports (if any) to show travel history. hcidhaka.gov.in

3. Recent passport‑size photograph (specified size) with white background. hcidhaka.gov.in

4. Copy of national identity card or birth certificate (as proof of identity). hcidhaka.gov.in

5. Proof of residence (in Bangladesh) — utility bill (electricity/gas/landline) etc. Usually recent (within last 6 months). hcidhaka.gov.in

6. Proof of financial capacity: bank statements for last 6 months; sometimes proof of holding foreign currency or credit card or travel card. hcidhaka.gov.in

7. Proof of purpose of visit: itinerary, hotel bookings, maybe invitation from someone in India if staying with friends/family. hcidhaka.gov.in+1

Where & How to Apply

• Applications are done online first via the Indian visa portal for Bangladesh. Indian Visa Bangladesh+1

• After filling out the form online, you submit the physical application and supporting documents to the Indian Visa Application Centre (IVAC) or the Indian Mission (High Commission) depending on where you live. click2visas.com+1

• There are multiple IVAC locations across Bangladesh (Dhaka, Chittagong, Khulna, Sylhet, Rajshahi, Barisal, etc.). Use the one for your region/district. traveldestination.com.bd+1

Fees & Service Charges

• The visa itself is free (gratis) for Bangladeshi citizens — no government‑visa fee. tourya.com.bd+2Indian Visa Bangladesh+2

• But there is a visa processing fee (service fee) charged by IVACs etc. E.g. around BDT 800 in many places. tourya.com.bd+2All Result BD+2

• There may be additional service fees if using travel agencies or facilitators. ichamotitravels.com

Processing Time

• Usually takes about 5‑7 working days for a regular tourist visa if everything is in order. Daraz Blog+1

• If documents missing, or special verification required, it can take longer. Always apply in advance.

Limitations / Restrictions

• Even though visa is free, appointments for IVAC may be limited. At times, only certain categories (like medical emergencies, students, transit) are allowed during disruptions or diplomatic tensions. en.bd-pratidin.com

• Each visit usually can’t exceed 90 days. If you want a long stay or multiple entries, prove justification. Ministry of Home Affairs