Bangladesh•AsiaFamily Missionary Visa (Category FM)
At a Glance
Processing Time
14-28 days
Application Fee
160 USD
Stay Duration
Co-terminus with principal
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 spouse and dependent family members of M visa missionary holders. Allows family to accompany or join the principal missionary visa holder.
The Family Missionary Visa (Category FM) is for spouses and dependent family members of individuals holding M category missionary visas. Family members can accompany or join the principal missionary visa holder 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, official marriage certificate
Birth certificates
For dependent children, official birth certificates
Principal visa copy
Copy of principal's M category visa
Relationship proof
Documents proving family relationship
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Advantages
- Allows missionary family to accompany principal
- Co-terminus with principal visa
- Multiple entry capability
Considerations
- Tied to principal's missionary visa status
- Cannot extend independently
- If principal visa cancelled, dependent visas void
- Limited work authorization
Application Process
Principal obtains M visa
Principal missionary visa holder must obtain M category visa first
Obtain relationship documents
Gather marriage certificate and birth certificates
Complete FM visa application
Fill in family missionary visa application form
Prepare documents
Collect passports, photos, marriage/birth certificates, principal's visa
Submit application
Submit to Bangladesh embassy/consulate
Pay visa fee
Pay $160 USD per family member
Await processing
Allow 2-4 weeks for visa decision
Collect visas
Collect passports with family missionary visas
Application Forms
Family Missionary Visa Application Form
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