Work visas
Bruneian Professional Visit Visa
A visa for foreign experts entering Brunei to carry out professional work or provide expertise for a specific project.
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Validity, permitted duration and fees for the Professional Visit Visa are not stated on the official pages reviewed.
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 Brunei government website before you apply.
- Official name
- Professional Visit Visa
- Route type
- Short-term professional / project-based visit
- Administered by
- Immigration and National Registration Department
- Applied by
- A Brunei sponsor on the applicant's behalf
- Government agency, government-linked company, or a registered business in Brunei.
- Where to apply
- Visa and Diplomatic Section, Department of Immigration and National Registration, Brunei Darussalam
- Processing time
- 3 working days (HQ / Kuala Belait); 5 working days (Temburong)
- May be longer where additional assessment is needed. Official MFA figures.
Who it is for
- Foreign experts and professionals needed for a specific project or assignment
- Specialists providing skills not readily available locally
How to apply
- Apply through the Immigration Department with details of the sponsoring party and project
- Provide a valid passport and supporting documents
- Complete the mandatory e-Arrival Card before travel
Requirements
- The visa must be applied for by a Brunei-based sponsor — a government agency, government-linked company, or registered business — not by the applicant directly.
- The professional work or expertise must relate to a specific project awarded in Brunei Darussalam.
- A passport valid for at least six (6) months with sufficient blank pages.
Documents you may need
- Application letter and supporting documents from the Brunei-based guarantor / company.
- A supporting letter from the relevant Brunei government agency or registered company.
- Supporting documents from the applicant.
- A valid passport (at least six months' validity).
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.