Bangladesh•AsiaInvestor Visa (Category PI)
At a Glance
Processing Time
14-42 days
Application Fee
190 USD
Stay Duration
1 year
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Visa for foreign investors managing investment in Bangladesh. For establishment or management of new/existing industrial or commercial entities. Must obtain BIDA or BEPZA recommendation.
The Investor Visa (Category PI) is designed for foreign nationals who invest in Bangladesh's business sector. Investors can establish new enterprises or manage existing industrial or commercial organizations. A minimum investment of $50,000 is typically required, though the exact amount depends on the investment project and sector.
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Requirements
Financial
Investment Required
50,000 USD
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
BIDA/BEPZA recommendation
Investment recommendation letter from BIDA or BEPZA
Company registration
Company incorporation certificate and business registration
Investment proof
Bank transfer documents or investment proof of $50,000+
Business plan
Detailed business plan and investment details
Financial statements
Bank statements and proof of financial capability
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Advantages
- Path to permanent residency after 5 years
- Multiple entry capability
- Renewable annually
- Can include family dependents
- Work authorization included
Considerations
- Requires significant investment ($50,000+)
- Need BIDA/BEPZA recommendation
- Business-dependent status
- Must maintain active business
- Investment capital at risk
Application Process
Establish business entity
Register new company or establish investment partnership in Bangladesh
Obtain BIDA/BEPZA recommendation
Apply for investment recommendation from Bangladesh Investment Development Authority or Export Processing Zone Authority
Complete visa application
Fill in investor visa application form
Prepare investment documents
Gather passport, photos, company registration, investment proof, financial statements
Submit to embassy
Submit application with BIDA/BEPZA recommendation to Bangladesh embassy
Pay visa fee
Pay $190 USD application fee
Await decision
Allow 2-6 weeks for processing
Collect visa
Collect stamped passport with investor visa
Application Forms
Investor Visa Application Form
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