🇺🇸 U.S. Visa Application Online Bangladesh: Your 2024 Step-by-Step DS-160 Guide to the U.S. Embassy Dhaka

 

Looking to complete your U.S. visa application from Bangladesh? The entire nonimmigrant visa process is now digital, starting with the mandatory DS-160 Online Form. This comprehensive guide, brought to you by the expert travel consultants at Air Tickets Point, walks you through every crucial step—from initiating your application to scheduling your interview at the U.S. Embassy in Dhaka.

We provide the definitive, most accurate pathway to securing your U.S. visa and combining it with the best flight and travel packages available in Bangladesh.

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Table of Contents

 

• Section 1: The Online Foundation: DS-160 (The Only Application Form)

  • 1.1 The Crucial First Step: What is the DS-160?

  • 1.2 Getting Started: Where to Begin Your Online Application

• Section 2: The Online Application Process, Step-by-Step

  • 2.1 Secure Your Application ID and Choose “BANGLADESH, DHAKA”

  • 2.2 Digital Requirements: The Mandatory Photo Upload

  • 2.3 Key Sections: Proving Your Nonimmigrant Intent

• Section 3: Fee Payment in Bangladesh: MRV Fees and EBL Bank

  • 3.1 Current MRV Fee Rates for Common Visas (B1/B2, F, J)

  • 3.2 Official Payment Methods: EBL Cash Deposit or Digital Transfer

• Section 4: Scheduling Your U.S. Embassy Dhaka Interview

  • 4.1 The ustraveldocs Platform: Creating Your Profile

  • 4.2 Understanding Wait Times and Expedited Appointment Requests

• Section 5: Required Documents and Interview Preparation

  • 5.1 Essential Documents to Carry

  • 5.2 Proving Strong Ties: Financial, Family, and Employment Evidence

• Section 6: Fly Confidently with Air Tickets Point (Your All-in-One Travel Partner)

  • 6.1 Expert Visa Assistance and Document Review

  • 6.2 900+ Airlines: Best Deals on Economy, Business, and First Class Tickets

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Section 1: The Online Foundation: DS-160 (The Only Application Form)

1.1 The Crucial First Step: What is the DS-160?

 

The DS-160, Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application, is the single official form required for virtually all nonimmigrant visas, including tourism (B2), business (B1), and student (F-1) visas.

• 100% Online: The application must be completed and submitted electronically on the U.S. Department of State’s Consular Electronic Application Center (CEAC) website. There is no downloadable PDF form.

• Comprehensive: It collects your personal, family, travel, educational, employment, and security-related history, which is used by the Consular Officer to determine your eligibility.

• Key Output: The successful submission generates a Confirmation Page with a unique 10-digit barcode. This is the only physical document that validates your online application and is required for all subsequent steps.

1.2 Getting Started: Where to Begin Your Online Application

 

Your application journey must start at the official source to ensure validity and security.

1. Website: Navigate to the official CEAC website: ceac.state.gov/genniv/

2. Compatibility: Use a supported browser like Chrome, Edge, or Firefox.

3. Gather Documents: Before you begin, gather your:

   • Passport

   • Travel Itinerary (if known)

   • Dates of previous five U.S. visits (if any)

   • Detailed information about your education and work history

Air Tickets Point Expert Insight: The DS-160 system times out after 20 minutes of inactivity. If you are preparing complex information, save your work frequently! Our Visa Assistance team helps organize all data points beforehand to minimize the risk of losing progress.

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Section 2: The Online Application Process, Step-by-Step Excellence

 

2.1 Secure Your Application ID and Choose “BANGLADESH, DHAKA”

 

1. Select Location: On the CEAC homepage, select “BANGLADESH, DHAKA” from the dropdown menu. This links your application to the U.S. Embassy in Dhaka.

2. Start Application: Click “START AN APPLICATION.”

3. Application ID: The system will immediately display your 10-digit Application ID. WRITE THIS DOWN! You need this ID every time you need to retrieve or resume your application.

4. Security Question: Select and answer a memorable security question to protect access to your data.

2.2 Digital Requirements: The Mandatory Photo Upload

 

A compliant digital photograph is required to complete the DS-160. The photo must meet specific standards for size and quality:

• Size: 5 cm x 5 cm (2 inches x 2 inches)

• Background: Plain white or off-white.

• Format: Digital (JPEG).

The DS-160 platform includes a Photo Tool to test compliance. If the photo is rejected, you may still proceed, but you MUST bring a physical, compliant photo to your interview.

2.3 Key Sections: Proving Your Nonimmigrant Intent

 

The goal of the application is to overcome the presumption of immigration (as per Section 214(b) of the Immigration and Nationality Act). Your online answers must logically demonstrate that you are a genuine visitor with strong ties to Bangladesh. Pay special attention to:

• Travel Purpose: Be specific and clear (e.g., “Tourism and visiting family,” not just “Pleasure”).

• U.S. Contact: List the name and address of your host or the first hotel you plan to stay at.

• Present Work/Education: The most detailed section to prove your economic ties (employment, income, business ownership) and social ties (student status). Inaccurate or vague information here is a leading cause of refusal.

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Section 3: Fee Payment in Bangladesh: MRV Fees and EBL Bank

After submitting your DS-160 and printing the confirmation page, the next essential step is paying the Machine Readable Visa (MRV) Fee. This fee must be paid before you can schedule an interview.

3.1 Current MRV Fee Rates for Common Visas

 

The fee is paid in Bangladeshi Taka (BDT) equivalent to the USD rate, determined by the U.S. Embassy’s official exchange rate, typically processed through Eastern Bank Limited (EBL).

Visa Category	Purpose	Fee (USD)
B1/B2, F, J, I, M	Tourism, Business, Student, Exchange, Media	$185.00
H, L, O, P, Q, R	Petition-Based Temporary Workers	$205.00
E	Treaty Trader/Investor	$315.00

3.2 Official Payment Methods: EBL Cash Deposit or Digital Transfer

 

1. Generate CGI Slip: You must first register on the official U.S. Visa Scheduling Website (ustraveldocs) to generate a unique CGI reference number and deposit slip/invoice.

2. Payment Location: The authorized bank for collecting the MRV fee in Bangladesh is Eastern Bank Limited (EBL).

3. Payment Options:

   • Cash Deposit: Pay the BDT equivalent at any EBL branch using the generated deposit slip.

   • EFT/Digital: Payment is also possible via BEFTN or the EBL Skybanking application for existing EBL account holders.

Critical Proof: Whether paying by cash or digitally, the MRV Fee Payment Receipt (EBL Cashier receipt or a confirmation screenshot) is mandatory for your interview.

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Section 4: Scheduling Your U.S. Embassy Dhaka Interview

 

4.1 The ustraveldocs Platform: Creating Your Profile

 

The scheduling system is separate from the DS-160 and is handled by a third-party partner authorized by the U.S. Embassy in Dhaka.

1. Register: Go to the official scheduling website for Bangladesh.

2. Enter Details: Enter your personal information and the DS-160 barcode number.

3. Fee Linkage: Input the payment information from your EBL receipt to link the payment to your profile. You cannot proceed without a valid payment.

4. Schedule: View the available calendar slots and book your appointment date and time.

4.2 Understanding Wait Times and Expedited Appointment Requests

 

Current B1/B2 tourist visa wait times can be extensive.

• Check Official Wait Times: Always check the official U.S. Department of State website for current wait times at the U.S. Embassy Dhaka.

• Expedited Appointments (EAP): These are granted only for urgent, unforeseen travel (e.g., medical emergency, funeral, critical business). You must first schedule the first available regular appointment, then submit an EAP request with strong documentary evidence through the scheduling website.

Air Tickets Point Assistance: Our team constantly monitors the appointment calendar for openings and assists clients in preparing a highly justified EAP request to maximize approval chances.

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Section 5: Required Documents and Interview Preparation

5.1 Essential Documents to Carry

 

These items are non-negotiable for entry into the U.S. Embassy:

1. Current Valid Passport (valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay).

2. All Previous Passports (demonstrating international travel history).

3. DS-160 Confirmation Page (with the barcode).

4. Appointment Confirmation Letter.

5. MRV Fee Payment Receipt (EBL receipt).

5.2 Proving Strong Ties: Financial, Family, and Employment Evidence

 

The interview determines if you have “ties” compelling enough to ensure your return to Bangladesh. The Consular Officer may request these documents:

Tie Category	Documentary Evidence
Financial/Economic	3-6 months of Original Bank Statements, Fixed Deposit Receipts (FDRs), Income Tax Returns, Property Deeds.
Employment/Professional	Original Letter from Employer (stating position, salary, date of hire, and approved leave), Business Trade License, documentation of professional membership.
Family/Social	Marriage Certificate, Birth Certificates of children/siblings, school enrollment letters for dependents.
Travel Itinerary	Confirmed or tentative flight and hotel bookings (Book your tickets stress-free with Air Tickets Point!).

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Section 6: Fly Confidently with Air Tickets Point (Your All-in-One Travel Partner)

 

Your U.S. journey deserves expert management from start to finish. Air Tickets Point provides unmatched support in both the complex visa process and securing the best travel value.

6.1 Expert Visa Assistance and Document Review

 

Why risk refusal? Our dedicated Visa Assistance service ensures:

• DS-160 Accuracy: We review every answer to ensure consistency and compliance.

• Strategic Documentation: We help you select and organize the documents that best prove your strong ties to Bangladesh, directly addressing the consular officer’s concerns.

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It’s time to fly! Partner with the travel experts who ensure your journey is seamless from the application stage to landing at your destination.

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