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United States Visa Requirements

Method: In-Person Submission
Processing TimeApprox. 20-30 Working Days
Period of Stay90
Number of EntriesMULTIPLE ENTRY
Statutory Fee185 USD

Consular Overview & Guidelines

The United States of America is the country of dreams and opportunities for millions of people. People all around the world desire to be in the United States for both the short and long term. The US government is also welcoming individuals by offering a diverse visa type to people who want to apply for US visa from Bangladesh. The United States Embassy is located in Dhaka, Bangladesh. So, Bangladeshi people do not need to go abroad to apply for U

Step-by-Step Application Roadmap for United States

Follow this verified consular procedure to ensure complete compliance and minimize refusal risk.

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Step 1: Fill Up the US Visa Application Online

Go to the US visa online application portal to fill up the DS-160 form. Carefully fill up all the required information. Any mistakes in the application form can create your US visa complications or cause rejection.

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Step 2: Pay Your US Visa Fee

Eastern Bank Limited (EBL) processes US visa fees in Bangladesh. Applicants need to visit any branch of EBL or pay them online. First, you need to create a CGI Federal profile and generate an invoice with the appropriate visa category. If you want to pay your visa fee in the EBL branch, bring a printed copy of the invoice and your passport. If you are an existing EBL account holder, you can pay your visa fees online through their Sky Banking app. Remember, you cannot pay your visa fees through any Debit or Credit card.

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Step 3: Make an Appointment Request

After you pay your visa fees, you need to visit the United State visa portal website to make an appointment. You cannot make an appointment request before paying your visa fees.

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Step 4: Collect Documents for The US

Gather all required documents, and organize and translate the documents into English. Notarize the translated documents. You need to bring them to the interview in person at the US Embassy.

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Step 5: Submit Your Biometrics

You need to provide your biometrics for the US visa application at the US Embassy in Bangladesh. Your biometric will be taken on the day of your interview.

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Step 6: Wait for The Visa Decision

When the US visa application is done, all you need to do is wait for the visa decision. Collect your passport after the visa decision comes out.

Mandatory Document Checklist for United States

Original Passport with minimum 6 months validity from departure date and at least 2 blank pages.
Completed & signed visa application form (online or physical according to consular rules).
Recent biometric color photographs meeting destination-specific dimensions and pure white background.
Verifiable GDS round-trip flight reservation (PNR) demonstrating confirmed travel dates.
Confirmed accommodation vouchers or official sponsorship invitation letter.
Last 6 months original bank statement and official bank solvency certificate.
Professional proof: Employment NOC & pay slips, or Trade License & TIN certificate for business owners.
Comprehensive travel medical insurance policy with emergency hospitalization coverage.
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