Bangladesh · Skilled Worker Visa

NGO Visa

By António Mira, Founder · Member, Arab-Portuguese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (CCIAP) & Portuguese-Saudi Business Council (PSBC)
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5.5/10 diff
Challenging

Requirements verified against the official government source.

Min income
Processing
7+ days
Path to PR
No
Job offer
Required

At a Glance

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

Eligibility Requirements

RequirementDetails
Age Range18–65
Job Offer RequiredYes
Sponsorship RequiredYes
Health Insurance RequiredNo

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 NGO Visa?

The NGO Visa is an immigration pathway offered by Bangladesh. It falls under the Skilled Worker Visa category.

Can the NGO Visa 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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Official source

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Data last verified: 2026-06-24 · See our methodology

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