Bangladeshi e-passport photo: do you need one?

You do not need to bring a photo for your own Bangladeshi e-passport: it is taken at the passport office when you enrol.

What the official source says about Bangladeshi e-passport photos

Photo needed?
No, for most applicants: the face image is taken with a digital camera during enrolment at the passport office
Young children
For children up to 5, parents may provide a photo that meets the requirements for biometric face images; it is scanned during enrolment
Parents’ photos
For applications for children up to 15, both parents provide their photos with the application

Source: Bangladesh e-Passport portal: Do I have to bring photos? (checked 26 September 2026)

What to do instead

  1. Fill in the e-passport application online and book your enrolment appointment.
  2. Go to the passport office in person: your photo, fingerprints and signature are taken there.
  3. Only if you apply for a young child, or as a parent of a child up to 15, check the photo rules in the official e-passport FAQ before you go.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a photo for a Bangladeshi e-passport?

No, not for most applicants. The face image is taken with a digital camera during enrolment at the passport office.

When is a photo needed?

For children up to 5, parents may provide a photo that meets the requirements for biometric face images. For children up to 15, both parents provide their own photos with the application. Check the official e-passport FAQ for the current rules.

Should I pay for a passport photo before my appointment?

Not for your own e-passport, because the photo is taken at the passport office.

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