Residence in Bangladesh: permits and requirements
Living legally in Bangladesh is possible through 5 permit types: investment, work, family, study, retiree. Each program has its own requirements; below are the duration, renewal, costs and documentation according to the country's official sources.
Residency by Investment (Investor Residence)
Residence type #1 of 5
Residence permit for foreign investors in Bangladesh
Requirements
- Minimum investment of USD 75,000 for SAARC nationals and USD 500,000 for others
- Company registration with the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA)
- Bangladesh Bank approval for the transfer of funds
- Local job creation
Documentation
- Valid passport
- BIDA investment registration certificate
- Proof of transfer of funds from abroad
- Detailed business plan
- Company registration
- Audited financial statements
Frequently asked questions about residence in Bangladesh
How many types of residence permits are there in Bangladesh?
Bangladesh offers 5 residence permit types, grouped into the categories investment, work, family, study, retiree. Each permit has its own requirements, duration and documentation, detailed in this fact sheet according to the country's official sources.
How long do residence permits in Bangladesh last?
Durations vary by permit type: 2 years initially, renewable; 1 year initially, renewable annually up to 3 years; Coextensive with the main holder's residence; Course duration, renewable annually. The exact details of each type appear in the corresponding fact sheet.
Can residence permits in Bangladesh be renewed?
Yes. All residence permit types of Bangladesh (5 in total) are renewable before their expiration, according to the rules of each program.
What documentation is usually required to reside in Bangladesh?
Although each permit requires its own file, the most recurrent documents are: Valid passport. The complete list by residence type appears in each fact sheet, together with the corresponding official link.
Does residence in Bangladesh lead to nationality?
Yes, through the Naturalization by residence pathway, which requires 5 years of legal residence. The complete requirements are in the nationality fact sheet of Bangladesh.
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