Visa requirements

Bangladesh

General visa requirements for travelling to Bangladesh. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.

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Work / Immigration visa (Work Visa (Employment Visa))

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Embassy required

Maximum stay
365 days
Processing time
Several weeks to months
Fee
Varies by nationality
Validity
1 year, renewable
Entry
Multiple entry

For employment in Bangladesh. May be issued for single, double, or multiple entries. Requires recommendation letters from BEPZA and BOI. Students and workers need sponsor letters and police verification for renewals.

Eligibility

  • Purpose of visit

    Valid for employment and work in Bangladesh for a fixed duration

    Includes
    • Employment
    • work
  • Employment

    Must have valid employment contract and approval from BEPZA and BOI

    Required status: Valid employment contract with BEPZA and BOI approval

Documents you need

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6

  • Photo

    Count: 2; Specifications: 45x35mm, white background, JPEG format, under 300KB, taken within last 6 months

  • Invitation letter

    Host requirements: Employment contract and letter of recommendation from Bangladesh Export Processing Zones Authority (BEPZA) and Board of Investment (BOI)

  • Application form

    Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

    Form name: Bangladesh Machine Readable Visa (MRV) Application; Form url: https://visa.gov.bd/

  • Visa fee payment

    Accepted methods: Online payment, bank transfer, or cash; Amount: Varies by nationality

How to apply

  1. Document gathering

    Obtain employment contract and recommendation letters from BEPZA and BOI

  2. Online application

    Complete online application at visa.gov.bd

  3. Document submission

    Submit all documents including employment contract, BEPZA/BOI letters, and supporting documents to Bangladesh embassy

  4. Fee payment

    Pay visa application fee

  5. Processing wait

    Wait for processing (several weeks to months depending on complexity)

  6. Visa collection

    Collect passport with work visa

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This information is provided for general guidance only. Visa requirements can change frequently and may vary by nationality. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for assistance.