Bangladesh•AsiaEmployment Visa - Technical/Project (Category E1)
At a Glance
Processing Time
14-42 days
Application Fee
190 USD
Stay Duration
Up to 3 months
Renewable
Yes
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 technical experts, engineers, and specialists on short-term project assignments. For equipment installation, maintenance, supervision, or technical expertise under bilateral agreements with development partners.
The E1 Employment Visa (Category E1) is specifically for technical experts, engineers, supervisors, and specialists engaged in short-term project assignments in Bangladesh. These include equipment installation, maintenance work, software implementation, or technical supervision for development projects under bilateral agreements.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months months
Professional
Required Skills
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
Assignment letter
Official letter from development partner/organization for technical assignment
Technical credentials
Certificates, qualifications, and experience in technical field
Project documentation
Details of equipment, software, or project being supported
Health certificate
Medical fitness certificate
Police clearance
Police verification from home country
Sponsor Documents
Organization letter
Official letter from sponsoring organization/development partner
Project details
Documentation of bilateral agreement or project contract
Organization credentials
Registration and credentials of sponsoring organization
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Advantages
- Designed for short-term technical assignments
- Allows work on specific projects
- Multiple entry capability
- Professional and skilled worker category
- Renewable with project extension
Considerations
- Limited to technical/project work
- Short-term duration
- Requires bilateral agreement framework
- Must apply for work permit upon arrival
- Not suited for general employment
Application Process
Receive project assignment
Obtain appointment letter for technical assignment from development partner or organization
Complete visa application
Fill in E1 visa application form with project details
Prepare technical documents
Gather passport, photos, assignment letter, technical credentials, project documentation
Submit application
Submit to Bangladesh embassy with all required documents
Pay visa fee
Pay $190 USD application fee
Await processing
Allow 2-6 weeks for visa decision
Collect visa
Collect stamped passport with E1 visa
Application Forms
Employment Visa E1 Application Form
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