🇪🇺 Schengen Visa for Bangladeshi: The Ultimate Step-by-Step Guide for a Successful Application

Schengen Visa for Bangladeshi

Schengen Visa for Bangladeshi Citizens 2024: Complete Requirements, Process & Expert Assistance in Dhaka]

The Schengen Area, encompassing 27 European nations, is the dream destination for many Bangladeshi travelers. Obtaining a Schengen visa (Type C – Short Stay) from Dhaka is a meticulous process that demands flawless documentation and adherence to strict diplomatic protocols.

This comprehensive, step-by-step guide from Air Tickets Point breaks down the complexity of the Schengen visa application for Bangladeshi passport holders. We cover everything from jurisdiction and documentation to securing your mandatory travel insurance and flight itinerary.

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📞 Need Professional Schengen Visa & Travel Documentation Support?

Applying for a Schengen visa is a significant investment of time and money. Partnering with a reliable agency like Air Tickets Point, officially connected with the aviation and tourism industry, gives you a distinct advantage.

• Best Price Guarantee: Get discounts on First class, Business class, and Economy class Schengen flights.
• Complete Travel Portfolio: From single International Ticketing and Hotel Reservation to comprehensive Tour Package and Group Tour Organizer services, we handle all your travel needs globally (900+ Airlines, 70+ Countries).
• 24/7 Connectivity: Our 24 online eticketing service means you can manage a Date Change Air Ticket Point requirement or secure a New Ticket anytime, essential for time-sensitive visa applications.

It’s time to fly. Let us guide you to the heart of Europe.

The Schengen application is detail-oriented, and one small error can lead to rejection. Let our experts handle the precision required for your submission.

 

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🥇 Section 1: Understanding the Schengen Visa Basics for Bangladeshis

 

The Schengen Visa is a short-stay visa that allows a person to travel to any member country of the Schengen Area for up to 90 days within a 180-day period.

 

The 27 Schengen Member States

 

Western Europe	Northern Europe	Central Europe	Southern Europe
Belgium	Denmark	Austria	Greece
France	Estonia	Czech Republic	Italy
Germany	Finland	Hungary	Malta
Luxembourg	Iceland	Latvia	Portugal
Netherlands	Lithuania	Liechtenstein	Spain
	Norway	Poland
	Sweden	Slovakia
		Slovenia
		Switzerland

 

The Critical Rule of Jurisdiction (Where to Apply)

 

As a Bangladeshi citizen residing in Dhaka, you must apply at the Embassy or Consulate (or its authorized Visa Application Centre, like VFS Global) of the Schengen country that meets one of the following criteria:

1. Main Destination Rule (Longest Stay): The country where you will spend the longest duration of your trip.
2. First Entry Rule (Equal Stay): If you spend an equal amount of time in multiple countries, you must apply at the Consulate of the country you will enter first.

🛑 Warning: Misunderstanding the jurisdiction is one of the top reasons for application rejection. Your entire itinerary (Hotel Reservation and Flight Reservation) must align perfectly with your declared main destination.

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📝 Section 2: The Mandatory Schengen Visa Document Checklist

 

The Schengen application is an exercise in proving two things: 1) Your intent to return to Bangladesh, and 2) Your ability to fund your trip. All documents must be presented in English or the language of the destination country.

 

Category A: Personal and Application Documents

 

S/N	Requirement	Details & Air Tickets Point Note
A.1	Visa Application Form	Completed, printed, and signed (by both parents for minors). Use the online portal (e.g., VIDEX for Germany/VFS for others) to generate a form with a unique barcode.
A.2	Passport	Must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your intended departure from the Schengen Area. Must have at least two blank pages. Include all previous passports and copies of previous Schengen, US, UK, or Canada visas.
A.3	Photograph	One or two recent (no older than 6 months) passport-sized color photos (35x45mm) with a white background, adhering to ICAO biometric standards (70-80% face coverage).
A.4	Cover Letter	A personal letter addressed to the Embassy, detailing the purpose of visit, travel itinerary, dates, and confirmation of who will bear the travel costs.
A.5	Civil Status Documents	Marriage Certificate (English translation/Nikah Nama), Birth Certificate for children, Divorce/Death Certificate (if applicable). All Bangladeshi documents should be attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA).

 

Category B: Financial Stability Documents

 

S/N	Requirement	Details & Air Tickets Point Note
B.1	Bank Statements	Original and stamped personal bank statements for the last 6 months. Must show sufficient funds to cover the trip (accommodation, daily expenses, and incidentals).
B.2	Proof of Income Tax	Personal TIN Certificate and Tax Return Acknowledgement Receipt (of the last 3 years).
B.3	Other Financial Assets	Proof of financial solvency: FDRs (Fixed Deposit Receipts), DPS (Deposit Pension Scheme), property holding documents.
B.4	Sponsorship (if applicable)	Formal Letter of Obligation (Verpflichtungserklärung) from the sponsor in the Schengen country, certified by the local authority there, if they are covering the costs.

 

Category C: Occupational/Student Status Documents

 

S/N	Requirement	Details & Air Tickets Point Note
C.1 (Employee)	Employment Letter	Letter from the employer on company letterhead, confirming: position, salary, start date, and most critically, granted leave dates and assurance of returning to work. Last 3-6 months’ salary slips.
C.2 (Self-Employed)	Business Documents	Trade License (current and old), Certificate of Incorporation, Company TIN/BIN, and Company Bank Statements (last 6 months).
C.3 (Student)	Proof of Enrollment	Letter from the educational institution confirming enrollment, student ID copy, and a Leave of Absence Certificate if traveling during the school year.

 

Category D: Travel & Security Documents (Where We Excel)

 

S/N	Requirement	Details & Air Tickets Point Note
D.1	Round-Trip Air Ticket	Confirmed flight reservation (not just a hold) showing entry and exit dates matching your itinerary.
D.2	Proof of Accommodation	Confirmed Hotel Reservation or pre-paid booking vouchers for the entire stay. Must cover the full itinerary across all Schengen countries.
D.3	Travel Medical Insurance	MANDATORY. Original policy certificate proving coverage for all Schengen member states, with a minimum coverage of €30,000 (Euro), including repatriation and emergency medical treatment.
D.4	Travel Itinerary	A detailed, day-by-day plan of your trip: city, hotel name, and activity. This links all your documents together.

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✈️ Section 3: The Step-by-Step Schengen Visa Application Process in Dhaka

 

The application is generally managed through VFS Global, the official outsourced partner for most Schengen Embassies in Dhaka.

 

Step 1: Determine Jurisdiction & Application Type

 

Decide which country you will spend the longest time in (or enter first) and determine your visa type (Tourism, Visiting Family/Friends, Business, etc.).

 

Step 2: Complete the Online Application

 

Fill out the electronic application form (e.g., using the relevant Embassy’s online portal or VFS link). This generates the final form with a barcode.

 

Step 3: Collect Documents & Use Air Tickets Point Services

 

This is the most critical step. Gather all documents from the Mandatory Checklist above.

• Air Tickets Point Advantage: We provide instantly verified International And Domestic Ticketing and Hotel Reservation documents necessary for the visa file, ensuring they are valid and correctly formatted to meet Embassy standards.

 

Step 4: Purchase Mandatory Travel Insurance

 

Obtain the required $30,000 Euro minimum coverage insurance. Air Tickets Point can facilitate the purchase of accepted, compliant insurance policies.

 

Step 5: Book Your VFS Appointment

 

Book an appointment with VFS Global (or the specific Embassy if required, like the French Embassy for certain categories).

 

Step 6: Attend the Submission & Biometrics

 

• Visit the VFS Global Visa Application Centre (usually in Banani, Dhaka) on your appointment date.
• Submit your complete document file.
• Pay the visa fee (currently around €90 for adults, payable in BDT cash) and the VFS Service Fee.
• Provide your biometric data (fingerprints and photo), unless they have been collected within the last 59 months for a previous Schengen application.

 

Step 7: Wait and Track

 

• Processing Time: The standard processing time is 15 calendar days, but it can be extended up to 45 days. Apply early (up to 6 months before your trip).
• Tracking: Use the reference number on your VFS receipt to track your application status online or via SMS (if purchased).

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🛑 Section 4: Why Bangladeshi Applications Get Rejected (and How We Prevent It)

 

Visa refusal is costly and frustrating. The most common reasons for rejection boil down to these three failures:

Rejection Reason	How Air Tickets Point (ATP) Mitigates the Risk
1. Failure to Prove Intent to Return	We review your employment letters, financial ties, and civil status documents to ensure they collectively establish strong links to Bangladesh, proving you are not an economic migrant risk.
2. Insufficient or Invalid Documentation	Our Visa Assistance team provides a document pre-screening service, guaranteeing that your passport, photos, bank statements, and tax papers meet the exact specifications of the target Embassy.
3. Lack of Cohesion in the Itinerary	We ensure your Flight Reservation (provided by us) and Hotel Reservation (booked through us) perfectly match the dates and jurisdiction of your application, leaving no gaps or doubts for the Visa Officer.

We are not the Airlines, we are Ticketing Agent. But we are also your dedicated Visa Assistance partner, ensuring the travel documents you buy from us actively support your visa application.

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🤝 Section 5: Air Tickets Point – Your Trustworthy Schengen Partner in Bangladesh

 

Applying for a Schengen visa is a significant investment of time and money. Partnering with a reliable agency like Air Tickets Point, officially connected with the aviation and tourism industry, gives you a distinct advantage.

• Best Price Guarantee: Get discounts on First class, Business class, and Economy class Schengen flights.
• Complete Travel Portfolio: From single International Ticketing and Hotel Reservation to comprehensive Tour Package and Group Tour Organizer services, we handle all your travel needs globally (900+ Airlines, 70+ Countries).
• 24/7 Connectivity: Our 24 online eticketing service means you can manage a Date Change Air Ticket Point requirement or secure a New Ticket anytime, essential for time-sensitive visa applications.

It’s time to fly. Let us guide you to the heart of Europe.