Bangladesh Suspends Visa Services in New Delhi
The Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi has temporarily suspended all consular and visa services until further notice, according to an official notice issued by the mission. The suspension applies to visa processing as well as other routine consular services and has been attributed to unavoidable circumstances. Applicants have been advised to monitor official communication channels for updates on the resumption of services.
The decision is expected to affect a significant number of Indian nationals who routinely apply for Bangladeshi visas for travel, medical treatment, business, and family visits. The High Commission has expressed regret over the inconvenience caused but has not specified a timeline for restarting operations.
Extension of Suspension to Agartala Mission
In addition to New Delhi, the Bangladesh Assistant High Commission in Agartala has also announced a temporary suspension of visa and consular services starting December 23. Agartala is a key centre for cross-border travel between India and Bangladesh, particularly for residents of Tripura and neighbouring northeastern states. The halt in services at this mission is likely to have a direct impact on regional travel and trade-related movement.
Background and Diplomatic Context
The suspension comes at a time of heightened sensitivity in bilateral engagements following recent security concerns and political unrest within Bangladesh. While no direct threat to Bangladeshi diplomatic premises in India has been officially cited, the move appears to be precautionary in nature. Indian authorities have stated that security around foreign missions in India remains under control.
Earlier, Indian visa services in parts of Bangladesh had also faced temporary disruptions following local security incidents, indicating a cautious approach by both sides amid evolving circumstances.
What Applicants Should Know
Applicants with pending or planned visa submissions are advised to defer travel plans and await further instructions from the Bangladeshi missions. No alternative arrangements for visa processing have been announced so far.
