Work visas
Bangladeshi Employment (Work) Visa
The main employment route for foreign nationals taking up a job with a Bangladeshi or Bangladesh-based employer, linked to a work permit via BIDA.
Expert reviewed Official guidance referenced
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Bangladesh government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Employment Visa (E) / E1 for installation specialists
- Route type
- Employment / work visa
- Entries
- Single, double or multiple depending on approval
- Key body
- BIDA (One Stop Service) / BEPZA for EPZ employment
Who it is for
- Foreign employees of a Bangladeshi or Bangladesh-based company
- Specialists installing machinery or software (E1)
Requirements
- Employment/appointment letter from the Bangladeshi employer
- Letter of concurrence from a government ministry, BIDA or BEPZA
- BIDA OSS visa recommendation
- Work permit obtained via BIDA OSS (application within 15 days of arrival)
- Passport valid at least six months and completed MRV application
How to apply
- Employer secures the concurrence letter and BIDA recommendation
- Apply for the E visa online at visa.gov.bd and submit to a Bangladesh mission
- Employer applies for the work permit through BIDA OSS after arrival
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.