Published on and written by Cyril Jarnias
Moving to Bangladesh is not just about booking a flight and renting a place in Dhaka or Chittagong. To live legally, work, drive, rent an apartment, open a bank account, or understand your tax obligations, you need to navigate a set of administrative procedures that can be complex but are well-defined.
This article details the essential steps to anticipate before and after arriving in Bangladesh, based on official rules. It aims to facilitate a smooth, legal, and more stress-free long-term stay.
1. Getting the Right to Enter and Reside: Visas, Extensions, and Residence Permits
Before any other formalities, the issue of the visa and, for long stays, the residence permit is central. Bangladesh has implemented a largely digital system, but it almost always involves a step at an embassy or consulate.
1.1. The Online Portal visa.gov.bd: The Essential Starting Point
Nearly all visa procedures begin on the official online portal.
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