Dhaka, Nov. 2 -- Thousands of Bangladeshis in recent times have found themselves stranded at airports or watching their visa applications abruptly denied - a growing crisis that has put the country's global mobility and reputation under scrutiny.

From Southeast Asia to the Middle East and Europe, doors once ajar for work, study, or tourism are tightening shut for Bangladeshis.

According to recent reports, visa rejection rates for Bangladeshis have sharply increased over the past two years. Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, the UAE, Turkey, and Egypt now lead in denial rates.

European countries have also toughened scrutiny, especially since many Bangladeshis must apply through embassies in New Delhi due to limited diplomatic coverage in Dh...