Singapore Visa for Bangladeshi Travelers 2026

Bangladeshi passport holders require a pre-arranged e-Visa to enter Singapore. You cannot apply directly at the Singapore Consulate in Dhaka; all applications must be submitted through an embassy-approved Authorized Visa Agent. The visa costs approximately BDT 4,200 to BDT 6,500 (SGD 30 government fee plus agency charge) and takes 5 to 7 working days. A Letter of Introduction (LOI Form V39A) from a Singapore local contact or sponsor is standardly required, along with a 6-month bank statement showing at least BDT 1,50,000 balance.

Entry route: e-Visa | Published fee/entry guidance: BDT 4,200 - BDT 6,500 (SGD 30 Embassy Fee + Authorized Agent Service Charge; higher if agency arranges LOI) | Indicative processing guidance: 5 - 7 Business Days (excluding submission day and weekends)

These details are an editorial planning summary, not an official decision. Rules, fees, forms and processing windows can change; verify the current requirements with the linked authority before applying or making non-refundable plans.

Key visa facts

  • Submission Channel: Authorized Visa Agents in Dhaka
  • Total Visa Cost: BDT 4,200 - 6,500
  • Processing Window: 5 to 7 Working Days
  • Arrival Declaration: Free SG Arrival Card within 3 days before arrival

Documents to check

Mandatory Core Documents (Submitted via Authorized Visa Agent)

  • Original Passport valid for at least 6 months from arrival date in Singapore + old passports (if any)
  • Completed & signed Singapore Visa Application Form 14A
  • 2 recent passport-size photographs (35mm x 45mm, matte finish, plain white background, 80% face coverage, taken within 3 months)
  • Letter of Introduction (LOI - Form V39A) issued by a Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident aged 21+ (if you do not have a local contact, select an authorized Dhaka agent that provides LOI support)
  • 6-month Personal Bank Statement with a minimum closing balance of BDT 1,50,000+ per person and Bank Solvency Certificate
  • Confirmed roundtrip flight itinerary (Dhaka - Singapore - Dhaka) and hotel booking confirmation

Profession-Specific Supporting Papers

  • For Job Holders: Original No Objection Certificate (NOC) on company letterhead, Pay Slips (last 3 months), and Office ID card copy
  • For Business Owners: Renewed Trade License (notarized English translation), Company Pad cover letter, and Visiting Card
  • For Medical Travelers: Appointment confirmation letter from the Singapore hospital (e.g., Mount Elizabeth, Raffles, or NUH)
  • For Families: Marriage Certificate (Nikahnama) and Birth Certificates for accompanying children

Application steps

  1. Prepare your 6-month bank statement, occupational documents (NOC or Trade License), and two 35x45mm matte white-background photos.
  2. Obtain a Letter of Introduction (Form V39A) from a Singapore Citizen/PR contact, OR choose an accredited Singapore High Commission Authorized Visa Agent in Dhaka (such as Simon Overseas, Silkways, or Lexing Global) that assists with tourist profiles.
  3. Submit your physical passport, signed Form 14A, and supporting documents at the authorized visa agent's office in Dhaka or Chattogram (direct walk-in applications at the Consulate are not accepted).
  4. Wait 5 to 7 working days for the Consulate of the Republic of Singapore in Dhaka to process the application.
  5. Once approved, follow the current ICA and authorized-channel instructions for your visa document. Submit the free SG Arrival Card (SGAC) within three days, including the day of arrival, before entering Singapore.

Singapore ICA publishes a country-specific entry-visa page for Bangladesh passport holders and the official supporting-document and application information. Check the latest ICA instructions and the applicable Dhaka submission channel rather than relying only on an agent checklist. The SG Arrival Card is a separate arrival declaration, not a visa; ICA publishes its own submission window and free e-service. Keep the visa decision and arrival declaration requirements distinct in your trip checklist.

A careful application workflow for Bangladeshi travelers

Start by checking that the visa category matches the real reason for travel and the planned length of stay. Use the official authority's current instructions to confirm where an application must be submitted, whether an online form or appointment is required, which documents must be original, and which fees are payable to the government or a service provider. Do not treat a generic checklist as a substitute for country- or applicant-specific instructions.

Prepare a consistent document set: names, passport numbers, travel dates and accommodation details should agree across the form and supporting papers. Submit clear, readable scans or copies in the format requested. Provide genuine financial, employment, study or sponsorship evidence when requested; do not alter documents or make unexplained deposits to fit an informal target. If a document is not in an accepted language, confirm whether an official translation or certification is required.

After submission, save the receipt or reference number and use the official portal or authorized channel to check status. Processing estimates can change because of holidays, application volume or requests for more information, so leave a buffer and avoid relying on a promised decision date. Before departure, check the approved visa's name, validity dates, number of entries and permitted stay, and carry the supporting papers that may be requested at check-in or arrival. A visa does not remove the need to meet border-entry conditions.

Singapore eSIM & Airport Transfer

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Official sources to verify current requirements

Visa categories, document lists, fees and processing estimates can change. Check the destination authority's latest instructions before applying or booking.

Singapore visa questions for Bangladeshi travelers

What if I do not know anyone in Singapore to give me a Letter of Introduction (LOI)?

If you do not have a friend, relative, or business contact in Singapore to sign Form V39A (LOI), well-traveled applicants (with prior Schengen/US/UK or multiple Asian visas) or families booking through accredited Authorized Visa Agents in Dhaka can apply with a strong cover letter or agency-facilitated local tour sponsorship.

Is the SG Arrival Card (SGAC) the same as a Singapore Visa?

No. The SG Arrival Card is a mandatory free health and electronic arrival declaration that ALL travelers must submit online within 3 days before landing at Changi Airport. Bangladeshi citizens must carry BOTH their approved e-Visa printout and the SG Arrival Card confirmation.

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