Bangladesh•AsiaFamily Employment Visa (Category FE)
At a Glance
Processing Time
14-28 days
Application Fee
160 USD
Stay Duration
Co-terminus with principal
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Visa for spouse and dependent children of E visa employment holders. Allows family to accompany or join the principal employment visa holder. No work authorization.
The Family Employment Visa (Category FE) is for spouses and dependent children of individuals holding E category employment visas. Family members can accompany or join the principal visa holder in Bangladesh. Dependent visa holders are not permitted to work in Bangladesh.
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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
Marriage certificate
For spouse applicants, official marriage certificate
Birth certificates
For dependent children, official birth certificates
Principal visa copy
Copy of principal's E category visa
Relationship documents
Any documents proving family relationship
OptionalPrincipal employment letter
Employer confirmation letter for principal
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Advantages
- Allows family to join employment visa holder
- Co-terminus with principal visa
- No work restrictions for dependent children
- Multiple entry capability
Considerations
- No work authorization for dependents
- Tied to principal's visa status
- If principal visa cancelled, dependent visas become void
- Cannot extend independently
- Spouse cannot work (may be job-seeking restriction)
Application Process
Principal obtains E visa
Principal employment visa holder must obtain E category visa first
Obtain dependent documents
Gather marriage certificate, birth certificates, relationship proof
Complete FE visa application
Fill in family employment visa application form
Prepare application
Collect passports, photos, supporting documents, principal's visa copy
Submit application
Submit to Bangladesh embassy/consulate
Pay visa fee
Pay $160 USD per family member
Await decision
Allow 2-4 weeks for processing
Collect visas
Collect passports with family employment visas
Application Forms
Family Employment Visa Application Form
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