Bangladesh has decided to grant long-term visas to Maldivian students.

Foreign Minister Abdulla Shahid Tweeted on Friday, thanking Bangladesh government and foreign minister Dr. A.K. Abdul Momen for the initiative.

Foreign Ministry added that the long-term visas will be granted to students studying and completing internships at Bangladesh government-recognised institutions.

A large number of Maldivian students reside in Bangladesh for studies.