Bangladesh · Skilled Worker Visa

Employment Visa (E)

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5.5/10 diff
Challenging

For foreign nationals employed by a Bangladeshi entity. Letter of appointment from Bangladeshi employer + Board of Inves…

Min income
Processing
15+ days
Path to PR
No
Job offer
Required
Direct answer

For foreign nationals employed by a Bangladeshi entity. Letter of appointment from Bangladeshi employer + Board of Investment (BIDA) or BEZA work-permit clearance required. Issued under MRV Form D.I.P-4 §25 'Employment'. Foreigners Act 1946 §3 framework.

At a Glance

Visa Duration
3 months
Processing Time
15+ days
Min Income
Path to PR
No
Difficulty
5/10 — Challenging

Eligibility Requirements

RequirementDetails
Age Range18+
Job Offer RequiredYes
Sponsorship RequiredYes
Health Insurance RequiredNo
Passport RestrictionsExcludes: IL

Family & Rights

RightDetails
Path to Permanent ResidencyNo

Related Pathways

Cost of Living

Dhaka
Single (monthly)€950
Family (monthly)€2,375
Rent 1BR (center)€450
Groceries€300
Transport pass€100
Chittagong
Single (monthly)€800
Family (monthly)€2,000
Rent 1BR (center)€350
Groceries€280
Transport pass€90
Sylhet
Single (monthly)€650
Family (monthly)€1,625
Rent 1BR (center)€280
Groceries€240
Transport pass€70
Khulna
Single (monthly)€600
Family (monthly)€1,500
Rent 1BR (center)€240
Groceries€220
Transport pass€60
Rajshahi
Single (monthly)€580
Family (monthly)€1,450
Rent 1BR (center)€220
Groceries€210
Transport pass€55
Savar
Single (monthly)€630
Family (monthly)€1,575
Rent 1BR (center)€260
Groceries€230
Transport pass€65

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Employment Visa (E)?

For foreign nationals employed by a Bangladeshi entity. Letter of appointment from Bangladeshi employer + Board of Investment (BIDA) or BEZA work-permit clearance required. Issued under MRV Form D.I.P-4 §25 'Employment'. Foreigners Act 1946 §3 framework.

Can the Employment Visa (E) lead to permanent residency?

No — this is a temporary pathway and does not itself lead to permanent residence. Holders often switch to a different route to pursue settlement.

Are there alternative pathways to Bangladesh?

Yes. Bangladesh offers 4 other immigration pathways. Compare all options on our Bangladesh country page.

What is the cost of living in Bangladesh?

Monthly costs for a single person in city center: Dhaka: €950/mo; Chittagong: €800/mo; Sylhet: €650/mo. These include rent, groceries, transport, and utilities.

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