• Bangladeshi origin nationals living only in NSW & Queensland.
• Applicants from all other states and territories must submit their applications to the Bangladesh High Commission in Canberra.

Please read: Appointment taken from the e-Passport portal (which pops up during the online e-Passport application) are NOT accepted.

All e-Passport applicants are requested to book biometric appointment by sending an email to epassport.sydney@mofa.gov.bd. The email should include scanned copies of the following documents:

1. Completed e-Passport application (pdf) with barcode along with one page application summary
2. Information page of recent E-passport/ Machine-Readable Passport (MRP)/ first five pages of handwritten Bangladesh Passport [Read No. 6 of the list if the passport is lost]
3. Bangladeshi National ID (NID)/Smart ID Card [Go to No. 4 if you do not possess any NID/Smart ID]
4. Digital Bangladeshi birth Certificate (17-digit online verifiable) in English (only required if the applicant do not possess any NID). You can verify your BRC here.
5. Australian Immigration Grant Notice/ Proof of Australian citizenship/ Australian Passport. (Vevo report not accepted).
6. Passport lost report from police mentioning the lost passport number (only required if your last Bangladesh passport is lost.)
7. Please mention type of passport application (Express/ Ordinary), present address and contact number in the email.

After receiving the email, the Consulate will check your eligibility and send a link to your email for booking  biometric appointment.

Please ensure that you book separate time-slots (appointment) for each applicant from the link provided.

* Appointment taken from other than the above process will not be accepted.

** NO appointments are provided over the phone.

For children under the age of six, please post all necessary documents to the Consulate General of Bangladesh in Sydney. Check out ‘Required Documents‘ section on this webpage for further details.

Important: If you fail to visit the Consulate on your scheduled date and time, the Consulate will not be able to process your application on that day. In such cases, you must reschedule a new appointment from the link provided during your first appointment or notify the consulate in advance.

Please read: Please refrain from hiding any information (NID, 17 Digit BRC, MRP) under any circumstance. Such act will be considered an instance of fraud.

1. Applicants must lodge their applications online. Please apply online via Bangladesh e-Passport portal.
2. During application, keep your NID, MRP Passport, and 17-digit online verifiable birth certificate (in English) at hand.
3. You must make sure that you hold all original copies of the required documents (e.g. NID/Digital birth certificate/MRP). Original documents will be required on the day of biometric appointment.
4. Please do not hide/conceal any information (NID, 17 Digit BRC, MRP) under any circumstance. Such act will be considered an instance of fraud. E-Passport system is highly capable of detecting these documents, so any concealment could lead to delay, immediate cancellation and rejection of your e-passport application.
5. Provide all information as per your National ID Card. If you never had a National ID Card, provide information as per your 17 digit digital birth certificate.
6. You will need a valid email ID to lodge the application.
7. Select ‘Sydney’ as your application processing office. Please provide your Australian address as your ‘present address’ and Bangladesh address as your ‘permanent address’.
8. After successful submission, please check your email for the pdf copy of one page summary application (pdf) and 3 page detail application.
9. Ensure your present address is in NSW/QLD, and the permanent address matches that on your NID/MRP/Bangladesh Birth Certificate.
10. Please choose ‘offline payment’ during the application. Fees can be paid at the consular counter using a credit/debit card.
11. Avoid using prefixes like Mr./Mrs./Ms./Dr. with your first name. Write your middle name (if any) with your first name, unless your existing documents specify otherwise.
12. All fields marked with an asterisk (*) are mandatory.
13. Application will be cancelled if discrepancies are found in the application against the information of NID/BRC (except for those mentioned in clause 8).
14. Machine-Readable Passports (MRPs) may still be used as long as they are valid, so there’s no need to apply for an e-Passport if your MRP’s validity extends beyond a year.
15. If any discrepancies arise between your NID/BRC & MRP, NID/BRC will be considered primary reference and NID/BRC must be corrected before proceeding with the e-Passport application.
16. If your marriage is registered in Bangladesh, please ensure your marriage certificate is attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Bangladesh. For marriages registered in Australia, kindly have the marriage certificate attested by DFAT. If your marriage is registered in a country other than Bangladesh or Australia, first get the certificate attested by the embassy of the respective country, followed by attestation from DFAT. Please note that any document attestation older than 6 months will not be accepted. You may continue using your current valid passport, as changes in marital status do not impact your immigration status.
17. Except for those under 6 years old, all applicants are required to be physically present at the Consulate for biometric enrollment.
18. For children under 18 years, e-Passports will be issued with a validity period of 5 years.

• Step 1: Pre-Enrolment Applicants must lodge their application online. Please apply online at https://epassport.gov.bd/landing.

  Step 2: Biometric Enrolment All e-Passport applicants, with the exception of those under six years old, require to be physically present at the Consulate for biometric enrolment. This step is only by appointment. Please read “Getting an Appointment” section of this webpage to know how to get biometric appointment for e-Passport.

  Step 3: Payment While applying, please choose ‘offline payment’ and continue application. Fees can be paid at the consular counter using a debit/credit card (EFTPOS). A surcharge is applicable for EFTPOS payments. If you pay to the Consulate’s Bank Account (Electronic Fund Transfer), please ensure the EFT payment is completed at least three working days before submitting the application at the consulate. Additionally, a printed copy of the payment transaction should be brought to the Consulate during biometric enrollment.

Important note:

1. Passport fees are non-refundable even if an application is rejected or withdrawn.
2. Bangladesh High Commission in Canberra and the Consulate General of Bangladesh in Sydney are two separate offices. Hence any payments made to the High Commission of Bangladesh in Canberra cannot be used for services provided by the Consulate General in Sydney.
3. Cash/personal cheque/Direct Deposit is NOT accepted.

e-Passport Fee Chart (Fees are in A$)

* For children below 18 years, a five-year (48 pages) e-passport is available for $170 (ordinary) and $250 (express).

• Step 4: Ready Notification will be sent to the applicant once the passport is ready for collection.

  Step 5: Collection E-passport may be collected in one of following ways: (a) In person, (b) Through an authorized representative (c) By post. Please see the ‘Collecting the Passport’ section for more details.

  Passport pick up  hour is 3-4 PM on business days.

The processing time for an e-Passport may vary due to the thorough security and information validation procedures implemented by both the e-Passport system and the Department of Immigration and Passport office, Dhaka. These checks are carried out to confirm the authenticity of the information provided during the application process. It’s important to note that at any stage, a police clearance may be required, which may also cause additional delays.

Note:

• Any changes to the information provided, or undisclosed/fraudulent information, can result in cancellation or delays, extending the usual processing time.
• The Consulate General assumes no responsibility for any such delays.

Consequently, the Consulate cannot be held accountable for any delays in the application process.

Applicants can track the status of their application by visiting https://epassport.gov.bd/authorization/application-status or by contacting the ePassport 24/7 hotline number at +8809666716445 (Bangladesh).

Passport fees are payable through EFTPos over the counter at the Consulate General of Bangladesh, Sydney.

Please read carefully before you pay the fees:

1. Passport fees are non-refundable regardless of whether the application is rejected or withdrawn.
2. The Bangladesh High Commission in Canberra and the Consulate General of Bangladesh in Sydney are two separate offices. Hence any payments made to the High Commission of Bangladesh in Canberra cannot be used for services provided by the Consulate General in Sydney.
3. Fees are subject to change without prior notice.
4. The EFT payment of the fees shall be made at least 03 working days prior to submitting the biometric enrolment. A printed copy of the payment transaction shall be provided during biometric enrollment.
5. Cash/personal cheque/Direct Deposit is NOT accepted.
6. Payments can be made using a credit card/debit card at the consulate office, although a surcharge will be applied on top of the consular fees for EFTPOS payments.

e-Passport Fee Chart

Payment Method

Mode of payment

The fees may be paid in ONE of the following ways:

1. Credit Card/EFTPOS payment at the Consulate’s service counter. [transaction surcharge applicable];
2. Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT);

Bank details for EFT

Account Name: Consulate General of Bangladesh
BSB: 062 000
Account No: 1927 4083
Bank Name: Commonwealth Bank of Australia

Reference: [e-Passport] [Applicant’s Full Name]. For example: e-Passport Sydney Philip Walker

*Please attach payment receipt with the application.

Surcharge is applied per transaction for EFTPOS payment. Cash is NOT accepted under any circumstance.

Applicants can choose from ONE of the following options for passport collection:

• In-Person: Visit the Consulate in person. Please bring your original passport delivery slip and recently expired Bangladesh passport (birth certificate in the case of a minor/adult not possessing any passport).

• Through an Authorized Representative: Nominate a representative and send an authorization to the consulate’s email epassport.sydney@mofa.gov.bd mentioning nominee’s name and a photo ID number. During collection, nominee must bring the original passport delivery slip, the applicant’s recently expired Bangladesh passport (original) and his/her photo ID to the Consulate. Nominee’s photo ID must match the ID mentioned in the applicant’s email.

• By Post: Please send a self-addressed pre-paid registered return envelope to the Consulate’s address, making sure to write your full address on the recipient side. Include the following documents inside:

  • Original Delivery Slip
  • Your recently expired original passport (birth certificate for minors who do not possess any passport)

** Please send the pre-paid return envelope only after you receive an email notifying that your passport is ready to pick up.

Postal Address:

The Consulate General of Bangladesh

Suite- 2, Level- 1

189 Kent Street, Sydney 2000, NSW, Australia

Important: Consulate General will not be responsible for any lost/undelivered post. It is the responsibility of the applicants to track the delivery and contact the postal service for any queries regarding parcel.

Track your ePassport application here: https://epassport.gov.bd/authorization/application-status

Call at +8809666716445 (Bangladesh) to know the latest status of your ePassport application.

Bangladeshi Identification Document

Our FAQ answers are brief and addresses basic concepts only. For a seamless application process, please read all the information provided on our webpage.

Can I apply for E-passport at the Consulate General in Sydney?

E-Passport service is now available at the Consulate General of Bangladesh, Sydney. Please see the e-Passport page of our website for detail information (cgbdsydney.gov.bd). Bangladeshi origin nationals living only in NSW & Queensland can apply for e-Passport to the Consulate General office in Sydney.

Where shall I lodge my e-passport application?

Please lodge your e-passport application from the following e-passport portal. https://www.epassport.gov.bd/landing

Where can I find information on applying for a new e-passport at the Consulate?

For information related to passport applications, please visit the website: cgbdsydney.gov.bd.

What is the difference between e-Passport and MRP?

The E-passport is a more secure, official, and internationally recognized passport than MRP. A biometric e-passport (also known as an electronic passport) is a passport booklet that has an embedded electronic microprocessor chip which contains biometric information that can be used to authenticate the identity of the passport holder.  On the other hand, the MRP has a machine-readable zone (rather than an electronic chip) in Optical Character Recognition (OCR) format.

How do I know if my passport is MRP/E-Passport/Handwritten passport?

Please read “Know your E-passport Documents” from the passport page of the Consulate’s website (https://cgbdsydney.gov.bd/consular-services/passport/) 

Can I reissue/apply for Machine Readable Passport (MRP) at the Consulate General office in Sydney?

Unfortunately, Consulate does not issue/reissue Machine Readable Passport (MRP). Please contact Bangladesh High Commission, Canberra in this regard.

What documents do I need to apply for an e-Passport?

An applicant must obtain NID (National ID)/Smart ID or English version of the digital Bangladesh birth certificate (17 digit online verifiable) to be eligible to apply for e-Passport. Besides, other documents are required. Please visit the passport page of the Consulate’s website (cgbdsydney.gov.bd) for detail   information.

I have old handwritten passport. Am I eligible for an e-Passport?

You can replace your old handwritten passport with an e-passport if you have NID. If you do not have any NID, you must possess an English version of the digital Bangladeshi birth certificate (17 digit online verifiable). Other documents are also required. Please visit the consulate’s website for more information.

** If you have both an NID and a digital birth certificate, you must declare both. Note that the NID and birth certificate are not interchangeable: the birth certificate is only a substitute if you’ve never been issued an NID.

How can I check if my birth certificate is online verifiable?

Please click on the link to verify your birth certificate: https://everify.bdris.gov.bd/

My NID has errors, such as incorrect spellings of my name or my parents’ names, or a wrong date of birth. Can I use this NID to apply for an e-Passport?

No, to apply for an e-Passport, the information must align with what’s on your NID. You’ll need to correct any errors on the NID first before proceeding with the e-Passport application.

I have an NID with incorrect details, but my digital birth certificate has the right information. Can I apply for an e-Passport using just the birth certificate, without referencing the NID?

No, you cannot. The e-passport system efficiently detects an individual’s NID information, which is a primary document for the e-Passport. If you have been issued an NID, it must be declared during the application process. Concealing NID information is regarded as fraud and will lead to the cancellation of your e-Passport application.

I have an MRP which was expired long before. Can I apply for e-passport now?

Yes, you can. But you must obtain NID. If you do not have an NID, you can apply for e-passport with your 17 digit online verifiable birth certificate. If you have none, you must obtain one of the primary documents first and then apply for e-passport.

I don’t possess an NID/Smart ID. While I have a 17-digit online-verifiable digital birth certificate, it has errors (in my name, my parents’ names, and address). However, my MRP has the correct details. Can I apply for an e-Passport with this?

Even if your MRP has correct details, if there are discrepancies in your name, your parents’ names, or your date of birth on your primary documents, you are ineligible to apply for an e-passport. You must first rectify these details in your primary documents before proceeding with the e-passport application.

I possess an NID with accurate details, but my birth certificate contains some errors. Can I still apply for an e-passport?

Yes, you can. The NID is the primary document required for the e-passport application. If the information on your NID is accurate, you are eligible to apply for an e-passport. However, you should rectify the errors of your birth certificate to get rid of any discrepancy between the identity documents.

The name on my NID is incorrect. Is it possible to modify my name during the e-passport application process?

No, you can’t. You must submit details consistent with your NID. Any deviation from the information on your NID will lead to the rejection of your application.

There’s a minor spelling mistake in my name on my NID. Can I apply for an e-passport with these small errors and correct them during the application process?

No, you can’t. You need to correct any errors on your NID/Smart ID before applying for an e-passport.

I don’t have an NID/smart ID or a digital birth certificate. I only have an old handwritten Bangladeshi passport. Am I eligible to apply for an e-Passport?

No, to be eligible to apply for an e-Passport, you must have at least one of the primary documents.

I am born in Australia/overseas and I never had a Bangladeshi passport. My parents (both or one) are from Bangladesh and hold Bangladeshi NID/digital birth certificate. Can I apply for Bangladesh e-passport?

Yes, children born to Bangladeshi parents qualify for an e-Passport. For this, applicants need to obtain a Bangladeshi digital birth certificate and submit the proof of their parents’ Bangladeshi identity. It’s essential to fulfill other criteria for obtaining an e-passport. For detailed requirements, please visit to the Consulate’s website.

I have the validity of MRP passports for more than 1 year. Can I apply for e-Passport now?

We strongly discourage new passport application if you bear a passport which have more than 12 month validity. We prioritize those who is in urgent need of passport. If you have a passport with less than one year validity, please apply for a new e-passport.

Do I need to provide biometric information (biometric enrolment) for e-Passport?

Yes, each time you apply for e-Passport, you must provide biometric appearing in person at the Consulate.

I have a valid/expired MRP? Can I apply for e-passport now?

Yes, you can apply for e-Passport if you possess an MRP (expired/with less than a year validity). Please check out the Consulate’s website for detail requirements.

How long is the e-passport’s validity?

a. For adult (over 18 years): 10 years (48 pages); b. For children: 5 years (48 pages)

How much is the fee for e-passport?

Please see the ‘fees and payment‘ section of the passport page of the Consulate’s website.

Can I pay the fee by card?

Yes, you can pay the passport fee using your debit/credit card at the Consulate. Cash payment is not accepted under any circumstance. Please check “Fees and Payment” section of the passport page of the Consulate’s website.

Shall I get refund if my passport application is denied/cancelled/rejected/withdrawn?

No, Consular fees are non-refundable even if the application is denied/cancelled/rejected/withdrawn. Please see ‘Fees & Payment’ section of the webpage for terms & conditions.

I have just paid my passport fees and came to know that I am not eligible for e-passport. Can I get refund?

No, consular fees are non-refundable under any circumstance. Please see “Fees & Payment” section of the webpage for detail information.

I’ve already paid my passport fees at the Consulate General of Bangladesh in Sydney. Can I transfer this payment to utilize services at the Bangladesh High Commission in Canberra?

The Bangladesh High Commission in Canberra and the Consulate General of Bangladesh in Sydney are two separate offices. Hence any payments made to the High Commission of Bangladesh in Canberra cannot be used for services provided by the Consulate General in Sydney.

I accidentally paid the fees to the Bangladesh High Commission in Canberra. Is it possible to receive the service from the Sydney Consulate using that payment?

The Bangladesh High Commission in Canberra and Bangladesh Consulate General in Sydney are two separate offices. Service can’t be provided by the Consulate General of Bangladesh in Sydney against a payment made to the High Commission of Bangladesh in Canberra.

Is there any separate fee for the international students?

No. Same fees are applicable to all applicants.

Is it necessary to book an appointment with the Consulate office for submitting my e-passport application?

Yes, it is mandatory to book an appointment with the Consulate office for submitting documents and providing biometric information. Please visit cgbdsydney.gov.bd to learn how to get an appointment from the Consulate.

I secured an appointment through the e-Passport website for my e-passport application. Is this appointment valid?

No. Consulate does not accept appointment taken from the e-Passport portal (which pops up during the online e-Passport application). Please visit the consulate’s website to learn how to get an appointment from the Consulate for biometric (fingerprint/iris scan) enrolment.

Do I have to come in-person for collecting my e-Passport?

E-Passport, once issued, may be collected in person or through nominated representative or by post. Please check “Collecting the Passport” section of the webpage for detail information.

What documents do I need to carry when I collect my new passport?

You must carry the following documents during the collection of your new passport:

1. Passport delivery slip
2. Your last Bangladeshi passport (valid or expired)
3. Authorization letter (only required if collected through a nominated representative). Mention photo ID number of the nominated person on the authorization letter.

Please see “collecting the Passport” section of the webpage for detail information.

My Bangladeshi passport is lost. What should I do?

If you’ve lost your last Bangladeshi passport, you must obtain a police report documenting the loss. This report should clearly state the number of your lost passport. You’ll need to submit the original police report, along with any other necessary documents, during the biometric enrollment process. For detailed information, please visit our passport page.

I have got married recently. I need to update my spouse detail on my passport. Can I apply for a new passport despite the long validity of my passport?

Due to the high number of e-passport applications, we prioritize applications based on immediate necessity, such as those with expiring passports. We advise newlyweds not to apply for a new passport solely based on marital status, as it does not influence the applicant’s immigration status or application.

Do I need to attest my marriage certificate for e-passport application?

Marriage certificate issued in Bangladesh needs to be attested by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. If the marriage is registered in Australia, certificate must be authenticated by DFAT. For marriages registered outside of these two countries, the certificate should first be attested by the embassy of the respective country, followed by authentication from DFAT. All attestations should not be older than 6 months.

I understand that e-passport requires the applicant to be physically present for biometric enrolment. I currently have an MRP that needs urgent reissuance, but I can’t travel at the moment. How can I go about reissuing my MRP? 

The Bangladesh High Commission in Canberra offers the service to reissue MRPs. You can apply for an MRP reissuance there, and unlike the e-passport, the MRP doesn’t require the applicant to be physically present. You can post the necessary documents to the High Commission. For detailed procedures, please refer to their website or contact the High Commission directly.

Can I reissue my MRP without having an e-passport?

Yes, you can. The Bangladesh High Commission in Canberra offers the service to reissue MRPs. You can apply for an MRP reissuance there, and unlike the e-passport, the MRP doesn’t require the applicant to be physically present. You can post the necessary documents to the High Commission. For detailed procedures, please refer to their website or contact the High Commission directly.