Bangladesh reverses decision to continue on-arrival visa for Maldivians

Maldivian Foreign Ministry, on Wednesday, reported that Bangladesh has reversed its decision to temporarily halt on-arrival visas for Maldivian travelers.

The Ministry issued a travel advisory for Maldivians traveling to Bangladesh on Tuesday, informing the Bangladeshi government's decision to temporarily halt on-arrival visa to Maldivian travelers from January 15^th to February 15^th as part of measures strengthen security for the country’s upcoming parliamentary elections.

In an update on Wednesday, Foreign Ministry said the Bangladeshi government has reversed its decision. Hence, the Ministry said on-arrival visas will be issued to Maldivian travelers as usual.

A large number of Maldivian students are studying in neighboring Bangladesh. Their families often travel to Bangladesh to visit them. Meanwhile, Maldivian business owners also travel to the country to procure goods.