Maldives visa information for Bangladeshi

A tourist visa is a travel document that allows individuals to enter a foreign country for leisure and tourism purposes. To obtain a tourist visa, specific requirements and documents must be fulfilled. Here is a comprehensive list of the necessary documents:

1. Passport: The applicant must submit their original passport, issued within the last 10 years. The passport should be valid for at least six months beyond the intended date of departure and have two consecutive blank pages. Handwritten or altered passports are not accepted. Clear photocopies of all pages, including any used pages from a previous passport, should be provided. If the applicant has an old passport, it should be included as well.

2. Visa Application Form: The applicant needs to fill out an online visa application form with accurate and complete information. Care should be taken while filling out the form.

3. Photograph: Two recent passport-size photos (3.5mm x 4.5mm) must be submitted. The photos should be taken recently, showing the applicant’s frontal view against a white background. Wearing glasses is not allowed, except for prescription eyewear.

4. Cover Letter: The applicant should write a personal letter addressing the Visa Office and stating personal details, the purpose of the visit, and who will bear the full costs of the trip. The letter should be addressed to the Visa Officer, Embassy of Maldives, Dhaka, and should clearly mention the visa category. The letter must be signed by the applicant.

5. Forwarding Letter: A letter from the applicant’s employer’s office, such as a No Objection Certificate (NOC) or Letter of Intent (LOI), should be provided on the organization’s letterhead. The letter must include the applicant’s name, designation, passport number, purpose of the visit, assigned roles during the visit, duration of the visit, contact details, and other necessary information.

6. Tour Plan: Applicants must submit their detailed tour plans, including the number of days they will stay and the places they intend to visit.

7. Office ID Card: Three copies of the applicant’s office ID card or visiting card should be submitted.

8. Company Memorandum: If the applicant is the owner, managing director, or a director of a company, a clear scanned copy of the Company Memorandum should be included.

9. Personal Bank Statements: The applicant must provide their personal bank statements for the last six months. The bank statements should include the bank’s name and telephone number and bear an authorized bank stamp and signature.

10. Personal Income Tax Return (ITR) Certificate: The applicant needs to submit their income tax return certificate for the past three years.

11. Company Bank Statements: If the trip is sponsored by a company or party, bank statements of the sponsoring entity for the last six months should be submitted. The bank statements should clearly mention the bank’s name and telephone number and bear an authorized bank stamp and signature.

12. Company Income Tax Return (ITR) Certificate: If the company sponsors the trip, the applicant must submit the company’s income tax return certificate for the past three years. The certificate must be legalized by legal authorities.

13. Airline Ticket Itinerary: The applicant should provide a reserved itinerary for their airline ticket, including the trip’s schedule and return details.

14. Hotel Reservation: A reserved itinerary for the applicant’s accommodation must be provided, mentioning the hotel or resort according to the trip’s schedule.

A business visa is a travel authorization that allows entrepreneurs or company employees to temporarily visit a foreign country for business purposes. To obtain a business visa, certain documents and requirements need to be fulfilled. Here is a comprehensive list of the necessary documents:

1. Passport: The applicant must submit their original passport, which should have been issued within the last 10 years. The passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the intended date of departure. It should also have at least two consecutive blank pages. Handwritten or altered passports will not be accepted. Additionally, clear photocopies of all pages, including any used pages from a previous passport, should be provided.

2. Visa Application Form: The applicant is required to complete an online visa application form, providing accurate and complete information.

3. Photograph: Two recent passport-size photos (3.5mm x 4.5mm) must be submitted. The photos should feature a frontal view of the applicant with a white background. Wearing glasses is not allowed, except for prescription eyewear.

4. Cover Letter: A personal letter from the applicant, addressed to the Visa Office, Embassy of Maldives, Dhaka, should be included. The cover letter should contain personal details, the purpose of the visit, and information about who will bear the full costs of the trip. The subject line of the letter must clearly indicate the visa category.

5. Invitation Letter: An original invitation letter from the host or invitee, printed on their official letterhead, is required. The invitation letter should state the purpose of travel, duration of stay, and other relevant details. The letter must be signed by the invitee.

6. Forwarding Letter: The applicant needs to provide a letter from their employer’s office, such as a No Objection Certificate (NOC) or Letter of Intent (LOI). The letter must be on the organization’s letterhead and include the applicant’s name, designation, passport number, purpose of the visit, assigned roles during the visit, duration of the visit, contact details, and other pertinent information.

7. Office ID Card: Three copies of the applicant’s office ID card or visiting card must be submitted.

8. Trade License: If the applicant owns or is employed by a company, a clear scanned copy of the valid trade license of the company must be provided.

9. Incorporation Certificate: If the applicant is the owner or an employee of a company, an incorporation certificate for the company is required.

10. Company Memorandum: If the applicant is the owner or managing director of the company or holds a directorial position, a clear scanned copy of the Company Memorandum should be included.

11. Personal Bank Statements: The applicant must provide their personal bank statements for the last six months. The bank statements should clearly mention the bank’s name and telephone number, and they should be stamped and signed by an authorized bank representative.

12. Personal Income Tax Return (ITR) Certificate: The applicant must submit their income tax return certificate for the last three years.

13. Company Bank Statements: If the trip is sponsored by a company, bank statements of the sponsoring company or party for the past six months should be submitted. The statements must clearly mention the bank’s name and telephone number and bear an authorized bank stamp and signature.

14. Company Income Tax Return (ITR) Certificate: If the company sponsors the trip, the applicant must submit the company’s income tax return certificate for the last three years. The certificate must be legalized by legal authorities.

15. Airline Ticket Itinerary: The applicant should provide a reserved itinerary for their airline ticket, including the schedule of the trip and return.

16. Hotel Reservation: The applicant needs to provide a reserved itinerary for their accommodation, mentioning the hotel or resort according to the trip schedule.

Maldives Consulate in Dhaka

House No.-14, Road No.-11
Dhanmondi, Dhaka,
Bangladesh.
Phone: (+88) 02 9882199
Fax: (+88) 02 883542
Email: general@brac.bdmail.net
Office Hours: Sunday to Thursday 9:00 am to 5:00 PM.

Please note that the total approximate time for visa processing is typically 10-15 working days. However, it’s important to understand that the actual visa processing time is subject to the discretion of the visa office. The processing time may vary based on the individual merits of each visa application and can sometimes extend beyond the estimated timeframe. Rest assured, our team will diligently follow up on your application to ensure a smooth and timely process.