The relationship with the United States of America is one of the Bangladesh's most durable and important bilateral partnerships. The two countries enjoy unique ties of culture and history. Economically, the USA  has many direct investment, many US government and non government agencies and organizations are working in Bangladesh. Also Bangladesh  is  one of largest exporter of readymade garments to the U.S. These factors combined underline the variety and enduring nature of U.S.-Bangladesh links.

The Bangladesh Embassy works to maintain and broaden this relationship which is characterized by successful cooperation across a wide range of political, economic and security issues. Representatives from the Foreign Ministry and other  government agencies manage portfolios concerning economic, commercial and agricultural affairs, consular and immigration issues, customs, transportation, and law enforcement activities, as well as political and military relations, and public affairs.

Wings-wise Contact Persons of the Embassy and Emergency Contact Staffed 24/7 Cell Phone: 202-740-6305

Hours of Operation
All offices are closed on Saturday, Sunday, and on occasions during Holidays of America and Bangladesh.

Usual operating hours of the Embassy are Monday-Friday 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (except holidays), Embassy hours may differ due to the current outbreak of new Coronavirus. Communication via email is preferred during this period.

Office Hours effective on 30 Aug 2021: Monday - Friday (except holidays) from 10:00am to 4:00pm until further notice.

Receiving Time: Applications for services (Like issue of new/duplicate passports, renewals and miscellaneous services on Passports, VISA, NVR, Dual Nationality Certificate, Travel Permit/Document etc) are accepted between 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Delivery time is between 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. No application is received after 12:00 noon except in the cases of emergencies, such as death or illness in the family

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