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Japan Visa for Bangladeshi Citizens

Q: How much does a Japan tourist visa cost for Bangladeshis?

Expect roughly BDT 15,800–16,300 total for a single-entry tourist visa — ~BDT 13,500 consular fee + ~BDT 2,500 VFS service charge. Multiple-entry visa doubles the consular component. Optional add-ons (SMS alerts, courier, premium lounge) cost BDT 500–1,500 each.

Complete visa guide for Bangladeshi passport holders — requirements, documents, fees, and application process

Bangladeshi citizens need a Japan visa for any visit, including tourism — there is no visa-free entry and no visa on arrival. Applications are submitted through VFS Global Dhaka under the jurisdiction of the Embassy of Japan in Dhaka; direct embassy walk-ins are not accepted. Typical tourist visa: single-entry, short-term stay up to 90 days, processing 5–10 working days after VFS receives the file. Long-term categories (student, Specified Skilled Worker, Technical Intern Training, engineer) follow a separate COE path.

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Visa Required

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Processing Time

5–10 working days

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Embassies

1 locations

Requirements for Bangladeshi Citizens

✓Valid Bangladeshi passport with 2+ blank pages
✓Confirmed flight itinerary
✓Accommodation proof or invitation letter
✓Bank statements (last 6 months)
✓Employment or student certificate
✓Visa application form with photo (4.5cm × 4.5cm)

Short-term visas for Bangladesh visitors

Covers tourism, family visits, business and transit stays of up to 90 days — this nationality must obtain a visa before travelling.

Short-Term Stay (Tourism / Business)

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Long-term visas for Bangladesh citizens moving to Japan

Study, work, family reunification, permanent residence and other stays longer than 90 days. These always require a Certificate of Eligibility (COE) and a visa, regardless of visa-free status for tourism.

Where to Apply

🏛️ Embassy & Consulates

Dhaka

📍 VFS Global / Application Centers

Dhaka

Japan visa cost for Bangladeshi citizens

Item	Amount	Notes
Consular visa fee — single entry	~BDT 13,500	Paid at VFS in BDT at the embassy rate; 5× worldwide increase from 1 Jul 2026 — confirm the posted local rate
Consular visa fee — multiple entry	~BDT 27,000
VFS Global service charge	~BDT 2,500	Per application, non-refundable
Premium / SMS / courier (optional)	BDT 500–1,500	Add-ons, priced per service

Visa pathways for Bangladeshi applicants

Tourist / short-stay visa — how to apply

Tourist applications are filed through VFS Global Dhaka. Typical documents: valid passport (2 blank pages, 6 months validity), MOFA visa form with 4.5×4.5 cm photo, confirmed round-trip flight, hotel bookings for the full stay, last 6 months of bank statements, employment certificate or business registration, and a cover letter. Book a VFS appointment online, submit documents, and collect the passport in 5–10 working days. The visa stamp is valid for 3 months from issue; maximum stay 90 days per entry.

Long-term stay — COE-based (student / SSW / TITP / work)

For study, Specified Skilled Worker (特定技能), Technical Intern Training (技能実習), or Engineer/Humanities/International Services (技術・人文知識・国際業務) the Japanese-side sponsor (school, registered employer, or supervising organization) files a Certificate of Eligibility (COE) in Japan first. Once the COE is issued (typically 1–3 months), the applicant takes the original to VFS Dhaka and converts it to a visa in 5–7 working days.

SSW pathway — Bangladesh is a TITP/SSW partner

Bangladesh is one of Japan's priority SSW sending countries. Candidates pass the sector-specific skill exam + JLPT N4 (or JFT-Basic A2), sign with a registered Japanese employer, obtain a COE, and convert it to a Specified Skilled Worker visa at VFS Dhaka. Some candidates first enter on Technical Intern Training and transition to SSW after 3 years.

Frequently asked questions — Bangladeshi

Do Bangladeshi citizens need a Japan visa?▾

Yes, every visit. Bangladesh is not on the Japan visa-exempt list, and there is no visa on arrival (see Japan visa on arrival guide). Every traveler — tourism, business, transit — must obtain a visa through VFS Global Dhaka before boarding.

How much does a Japan tourist visa cost for Bangladeshis?▾

Expect roughly BDT 15,800–16,300 total for a single-entry tourist visa — ~BDT 13,500 consular fee + ~BDT 2,500 VFS service charge. Multiple-entry visa doubles the consular component. Optional add-ons (SMS alerts, courier, premium lounge) cost BDT 500–1,500 each.

Is the Japan visa for Bangladesh processed through VFS Global?▾

Yes. All Japan visa applications from Bangladesh go through VFS Global Dhaka; the Embassy of Japan does not accept direct walk-ins. Book the appointment on the VFS website, submit documents in person, and wait 5–10 working days. The embassy makes the decision; VFS only intakes and returns the passport.

Tips for Bangladesh Applicants

💡Apply via VFS Global Dhaka (under the jurisdiction of the Embassy of Japan in Dhaka)
💡Student visa is very popular — MEXT scholarship applications accepted
💡Specified Skilled Worker program growing rapidly
💡Ensure all documents are translated to English or Japanese

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