Bangladesh•AsiaEmployment Visa (Category E)
At a Glance
Processing Time
14-42 days
Application Fee
190 USD
Stay Duration
Up to 3 months
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Visa for foreign nationals hired for employment in Bangladesh. Requires job offer from a Bangladeshi employer. Multiple-entry visa valid for employment contract period. Must apply for work permit within 15 days of arrival.
The Employment Visa (Category E) is for foreign nationals who have secured a job offer from a registered Bangladeshi employer. Upon arrival with this visa, applicants must apply for a work permit within 15 days. The work permit is employer-specific and tied to the employment contract duration.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months months
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: IL
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid for at least 6 months
Passport photos
2 recent color photos, 45x35mm
Job offer letter
Official employment contract or job offer from employer
Educational certificates
Degrees and diplomas relevant to employment
Experience certificates
Work experience letters from previous employers
OptionalHealth certificate
Medical fitness certificate from approved clinic
Police clearance
Police verification report from home country
Proof of funds
Financial statement showing ability to support self
OptionalSponsor Documents
Company registration
Trade license and business registration
Incorporation certificate
Company incorporation/establishment documents
Company financials
Bank statement or financial documents of employer
Work permit application
Employer's work permit application to immigration authority
Job description
Detailed job description and employment terms
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Advantages
- Allows legal employment in Bangladesh
- Renewable annually with employer sponsorship
- Can lead to long-term residency
- Spouse and dependents can apply for dependent visas
- Multiple entry privilege
Considerations
- Employer-dependent and non-transferable
- Requires work permit application upon arrival
- Tied to specific employer
- Changing jobs requires new work permit
- Higher fee than tourist visa
Application Process
Secure job offer
Obtain formal job offer letter from registered Bangladeshi employer
Employer initiates process
Bangladeshi employer applies for work permit on your behalf
Complete visa application
Fill in employment visa application form
Prepare documents
Gather passport, photos, job letter, educational credentials, health certificate
Submit application
Submit to Bangladesh embassy/consulate with all documents
Pay visa fee
Pay $190 USD application fee
Process application
Allow 2-6 weeks for processing
Collect visa
Collect passport with employment visa stamp
Apply for work permit
Within 15 days of arrival in Bangladesh, apply for work permit from immigration
Application Forms
Employment Visa Application Form
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