Bangladesh Passport Renewal 2026: Step-by-Step Guide + Costs

Your Bangladesh passport is the most important piece of paper in your wallet — and renewing it on time prevents visa headaches, blocked flights, and ৳3,000+ late-fee surcharges. Here's the 2026 process explained clearly.

MRP vs e-passport

Bangladesh transitioned to electronic passports in 2020. MRP (Machine-Readable Passport) is being phased out, but still valid until its expiry. New issues and most renewals are now e-passports.

Renewal fees (2026)

• e-Passport 48-page, 5-year (regular): ৳4,025
• e-Passport 48-page, 5-year (express): ৳6,325
• e-Passport 48-page, 10-year (regular): ৳5,750
• e-Passport 64-page, 10-year (regular): ৳8,050
• e-Passport 64-page, 5-year (super express, in-country): ৳12,075

Documents you'll need

1. Existing passport (MRP or old e-passport).
2. National ID card (NID) or smart card.
3. Filled e-passport online application (https://epassport.gov.bd).
4. Bank/online payment receipt.
5. Address proof (utility bill recent).
6. Marriage certificate (if name change requested).
7. Profession proof (NOC from employer for govt employees).

Step-by-step process

1. Apply online at epassport.gov.bd — auto-imports your NID data.
2. Pay the fee (bKash, Nagad, online banking, or in-person at any bank).
3. Book a biometric appointment at your nearest regional passport office (RPO).
4. Attend appointment — fingerprints + face scan + document verification.
5. Police verification (5–10 days, automatic).
6. Print + dispatch (3–14 days depending on regular/express).
7. Pickup or home delivery available in selected districts.

Common rejection reasons (and how to avoid)

• Name mismatch between NID and existing passport.
• Date of birth typo on online application.
• Photo not matching biometric scan.
• Police verification failed due to address change without update.

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