Kolkata is the closest major Indian city to Bangladesh and one of the most popular destinations for Bangladeshi travelers — for medical treatment, family visits, shopping, and tourism. The Indian visa application requires a flight itinerary as part of your supporting documents.
EchoFlights provides dummy tickets from Dhaka (DAC) to Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) using real schedules from Biman Bangladesh Airlines, IndiGo, and other carriers. The extremely short flight time makes this one of our most popular routes.
Whether you are traveling for medical reasons to Kolkata hospitals or visiting family, a professional flight itinerary helps complete your visa application efficiently.
Visa Requirements for India (Kolkata) from Bangladesh
Bangladeshi citizens need a visa to visit India, including travel to Kolkata. The Indian High Commission in Dhaka and the Indian Visa Application Center process tourist, medical, business, and entry visas. Required documents include a completed application form, passport-sized photographs, bank statements, and a flight itinerary. Medical visa applicants need a referral letter from a Bangladeshi doctor and an appointment letter from the Indian hospital. The Indian e-Visa is also available for certain categories.
Flight Options from Dhaka to Kolkata
The Dhaka to Kolkata route is one of the shortest international flights in the world, taking only about 1 hour. Biman Bangladesh Airlines, IndiGo, and US-Bangla Airlines operate regular flights on this route. With multiple daily departures, travelers have excellent flexibility in choosing their travel times. This route is particularly popular for medical tourism, as many Bangladeshis visit Kolkata's renowned hospitals for treatment.
How to Get Your Dummy Ticket for India Visa (Kolkata)
EchoFlights makes getting a dummy ticket for your Kolkata trip quick and affordable. Search the Dhaka to Kolkata route, enter your passenger details matching your passport, and pay just 100 Taka via bKash. Your professionally formatted PDF is available for instant download. The itinerary features real airline schedules from Biman and IndiGo with accurate flight numbers and timings — exactly what the Indian High Commission requires.
Tips for India Embassy Submission (Kolkata Route)
When applying for an India visa for travel to Kolkata, specify the correct Indian city in your application form. If traveling for medical purposes, include the hospital appointment letter and a referral from your Bangladeshi doctor. Your flight itinerary dates should match the appointment dates. For tourist visas, include hotel booking confirmations in Kolkata. If you have traveled to India before, mention your previous visits in the application as it builds a positive travel history. Ensure your passport has sufficient validity and blank pages for the visa stamp.