Apostille for Bangladesh
Bangladesh has accepted apostilles since March 30, 2025. Apostille Authentications prepares state and FBI apostilles for U.S. documents going to Bangladesh, by mail and courier from all 50 states.
Bangladesh Accepts Apostilles
The Hague Apostille Convention took effect for Bangladesh on March 30, 2025. Before that date, U.S. documents for Bangladesh went through authentication and consular legalization. Now a single apostille is generally enough for public documents.
The office in Bangladesh that receives your document can still set its own requirements, so confirm those before you file.
How to Get a U.S. Document Apostilled for Bangladesh
- Get the right version of the document. Vital records need a certified copy; private documents such as powers of attorney must be notarized.
- Send it to the correct authority. State documents go to the Secretary of State of the issuing state. Federal documents, including FBI background checks, go to the U.S. Department of State.
- Receive the apostille. The document is then ready to send to Bangladesh.
Documents We Apostille for Bangladesh
- Birth, marriage and death certificates
- FBI background checks
- Diplomas and transcripts
- Powers of attorney and single status affidavits
- Business and corporate documents
See all apostille services and the list of apostille countries.
Bangladesh Apostille Pricing and Turnaround
| Service | Our fee | Turnaround |
|---|---|---|
| State apostille | From $195; additional documents $65 each, plus the state fee | About 10 business days, depending on state delays |
| FBI apostille | $195 | 5+ weeks (regular U.S. Department of State processing) |
| Expedited FBI apostille | $390 | 10 business days |
Notary and translation fees are separate. See full apostille pricing.
Bangladesh Apostille FAQ
Does Bangladesh accept apostilles?
Yes. The Hague Apostille Convention took effect for Bangladesh on March 30, 2025. U.S. public documents with an apostille generally no longer need consular legalization.
Who issues an apostille for a document going to Bangladesh?
The Secretary of State in the state where the document was issued or notarized apostilles state documents. Federal documents, such as FBI background checks, are apostilled by the U.S. Department of State.
How long does an apostille for Bangladesh take?
A state apostille takes about 10 business days, depending on state delays. A regular FBI apostille takes 5+ weeks, and our expedited FBI apostille takes 10 business days.
How much does an apostille for Bangladesh cost?
Our fee for a state apostille starts at $195, with additional documents at $65 each plus the state fee. An FBI apostille is $195, or $390 expedited.
Do I need a translation for Bangladesh?
Documents in English are widely used in Bangladesh, but some offices ask for a Bengali translation. Ask the office receiving your document; we provide certified translation as a separate service.