E-Passport Renewal | New Rules for Bangladesh E-Passport Renewal 2024

You must apply for e-passport renewal online, whether you are residing in the country or abroad. It is essential to understand the rules and requirements for renewing an e-passport.

Bangladesh introduced the e-passport in 2020. Unlike traditional passports, an e-passport includes an electronic chip that securely stores all the passport holder’s information.

With the discontinuation of MRP passports, e-passports are now mandatory for everyone. There are specific guidelines to follow when applying for an e-passport or renewing an existing one.

I will guide you through the process of renewing your passport, outline the necessary documents, and explain how to complete the application online.

As the e-passport service is now available in all districts of Bangladesh, it is necessary to renew your old Machine Readable Passport (MRP) and switch to the new e-passport system. The renewal process can be completed online by filling out the passport renewal form.

When renewing your passport, it is important to ensure that all the information provided matches the details on your national identity card (NID). Any discrepancies should be corrected, as the passport can only be updated based on the information recorded in your NID.

Additionally, those who need to correct information on their old passport can do so during the renewal process. However, to make any corrections, you must have your NID card, birth registration, or educational qualification certificate available.

A new e-passport is usually required to renew an old MRP passport. If this is the case, you must select only your previous MRP Passport under ID Documents in order to provide detailed information.

The following reasons can be selected according to your convenience.

Submit the application by filling out the remaining fields as normal. Select the passport type, delivery mode, and details about your parents and spouse. Passport renewal/e-passport applications can be submitted using a mobile phone or computer.

Passport Validity	Number of Pages	Renewal Fee
5 Years	48 Pages	Tk 4,025
5 Years	64 Pages	Tk 6,325
10 Years	48 Pages	Tk 5,750
10 Years	64 Pages	Tk 8,050

Note: The passport renewal fee is generally the same as the fee for a new passport application.

E-passport renewal in Bangladesh involves updating an existing biometric passport through an online application process. It includes providing personal details, paying fees, and submitting required documents. Corrections and lost passport procedures are handled during the renewal process.

Instructions for Submitting Passport Renewal Form	Details
Print Application Copy	After applying for passport renewal online, print both pages of the application copy on A4 size paper.
Pay Passport Renewal Fee	Ensure the passport renewal fee is paid as required.
Attach Required Documents	Attach photocopies of the required documents to your application.
Provide Original Passport Information	Original passport information must be provided for passport renewal.
Submit Original General Diary (GD) for Lost Passport	In case of a lost passport, submit the original copy of the General Diary (GD).
File General Diary (GD) for Lost or Stolen Passport	If the passport is lost or stolen, immediately file a General Diary (GD) at the nearest police station.

By visiting the epassport.gov.bd website, you can renew an e-passport from America online. Select your previous passport MRP from ID Documents and complete the application with the passport number.

Bangladesh Consulates in Los Angeles, New York, and Washington have started the process of renewing e-passports. Embassies that have not yet begun the e-passport renewal program should renew the MRP passport.

Renewing an e-passport in Bangladesh involves an online process requiring accurate personal details, payment of fees, and submission of necessary documents. Understanding the rules and ensuring all information matches your NID is crucial for a successful renewal.