Why Bangladeshis Visit the USA
With one of the largest Bangladeshi diaspora communities outside Bangladesh, especially in New York City's Jackson Heights and Astoria neighbourhoods, the USA is both a common family-visit destination and a bucket-list trip spanning iconic cities, national parks, and everything in between.
নিউইয়র্ক সিটির জ্যাকসন হাইটস ও অ্যাস্টোরিয়া এলাকাসহ বিশ্বের অন্যতম বৃহৎ বাংলাদেশি প্রবাসী সম্প্রদায় থাকায় যুক্তরাষ্ট্র একটি সাধারণ পারিবারিক পরিদর্শন ও স্বপ্নের ভ্রমণ গন্তব্য উভয়ই।
Book your visa interview well in advance — wait times at the U.S. Embassy in Dhaka can run into months depending on demand, so this is usually the first step to plan, well before booking flights.
ভিসা সাক্ষাৎকার অনেক আগে থেকে বুক করুন — অপেক্ষার সময় কয়েক মাস পর্যন্ত হতে পারে।
Top Attractions & Things To Do
Times Square & Central Park, New York
The iconic neon heart of Manhattan and the city's sprawling green escape.
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island
A ferry ride to America's most famous monument and its immigration history museum.
Jackson Heights & Astoria, NYC
Vibrant Bangladeshi-American neighbourhoods with familiar food, shops, and community life.
Washington D.C.'s National Mall
The White House, Capitol, and Smithsonian museums — most with free entry.
Niagara Falls
A dramatic waterfall on the US-Canada border, an easy add-on from New York.
Grand Canyon & National Parks
For travelers venturing west, some of the world's most striking natural landscapes.
Best Time to Visit & Sample Itinerary
April-June and September-October offer mild, comfortable weather across most of the US East Coast, avoiding summer's peak crowds and heat and winter's cold.
এপ্রিল-জুন ও সেপ্টেম্বর-অক্টোবর যুক্তরাষ্ট্রের পূর্ব উপকূলে মনোরম আবহাওয়া প্রদান করে।
New York City
Times Square, Central Park, Statue of Liberty, Jackson Heights, a Broadway show.
Washington D.C.
National Mall, Smithsonian museums, monuments.
Optional Extension
Niagara Falls or a flight west to the Grand Canyon/Las Vegas.
Costs & Budget
| Item | Typical Cost |
|---|---|
| Round-trip flight (Dhaka-New York) | ৳110,000 - ৳170,000 |
| Mid-range hotel per night | ৳12,000 - ৳22,000 |
| Local meals per day | ৳2,500 - ৳6,000 |
| B-2 Visa application fee | Approximately USD $185 |
A 10-day New York-Washington D.C. trip typically costs ৳220,000-320,000 per person, including flights, mid-range hotels, food, and attraction entries — the USA is generally the most expensive destination on this list.
Visa & Entry — Full Step-by-Step Guide
Visa Type: The B-2 visa covers tourism, holidays, and visiting friends or family in the United States, and requires an in-person interview.
Required Documents
- Passport valid for at least six months beyond your period of stay.
- Confirmation page of the DS-160 form.
- Application fee payment receipt.
- One 2x2 inch photograph.
- Proof of funds to cover your trip costs.
- Ties to your home country (job, family, property) demonstrating your intention to return.
- A detailed itinerary of your planned trip.
Step-by-Step Process
- Complete the DS-160 (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application form) through the Consular Electronic Application Center (CEAC) website.
- Pay the visa application fee and keep the receipt.
- Schedule your visa interview appointment — book this as early as possible, as wait times vary.
- Attend the interview at the U.S. Embassy Dhaka with all required documents.
- Await visa processing and passport return after the interview.
Visa Fee
Typically USD $185, subject to change — always confirm the current fee on the official U.S. Embassy website.
Embassy in Bangladesh
U.S. Embassy Dhaka
Madani Avenue, Baridhara, Dhaka 1212, Bangladesh
Local Tips & Culture
- Domestic flights are often necessary for a multi-region trip, given the country's enormous size.
- Tipping (15-20%) is expected at restaurants and for many services — factor this into your food budget.
- Halal food and Bangladeshi restaurants are abundant in Jackson Heights and Astoria, New York.
- The New York subway is the most economical way to get around the city.
- Book major museum and attraction tickets online to avoid long queues.
জ্যাকসন হাইটস ও অ্যাস্টোরিয়ায় হালাল খাবার ও বাংলাদেশি রেস্তোরাঁ সহজলভ্য।
FAQ
Do I need an interview for the tourist visa? Yes — the B-2 visa requires an in-person interview at the U.S. Embassy in Dhaka.
How far in advance should I apply? Several months, given that interview wait times can be lengthy — this is usually the first thing to plan for the trip.
How many days should I plan? 10 days covers New York and Washington D.C. comfortably; longer trips can add west-coast destinations.