Global Job Visa Guide

Government-to-government program for seasonal agricultural work. Workers pick fruit, vegetables, and work in farming for up to 9 months. Formerly called the Seasonal Worker Programme (SWP).

Currently limited to Pacific Island nations and Timor-Leste. Bangladesh is NOT included, but the program may expand. Monitor the Australian Department of Employment for updates.

Employer-sponsored visa for skilled workers in occupations on Australia's skilled occupation list. Requires employer nomination and relevant qualifications or experience.

Requires skills assessment, English proficiency (IELTS), and employer sponsorship. Path to permanent residency after 2-3 years.

Points-based permanent residence visa for skilled workers. No employer sponsorship needed. Based on age, qualifications, experience, and English skills.

Highly competitive. Requires IELTS 7+, skills assessment, and high points score. Processing time 6-18 months.

For young people (18-30) to work and travel in Australia for up to 1 year. Can work in any job including fruit picking, hospitality, and farm work.

Bangladesh is eligible for Subclass 462. Requires functional English, sufficient funds (AUD 5,000+), and no dependents. Can extend by doing regional/farm work.

Special pathway for personal care workers, nursing support workers, and aged care workers. Created to address Australia's critical aged care workforce shortage.

Requires Certificate III in Individual Support or equivalent. English proficiency required. Path to permanent residency.

Seasonal work in horticulture and viticulture (fruit picking, pruning, packing). Government-approved employers recruit workers for harvest seasons.

Currently restricted to Pacific Island nations. Bangladesh is not eligible. However, NZ reviews eligible countries periodically.

NZ's main employer-sponsored work visa. Employer must be accredited, and the job must meet a median wage threshold. Covers a wide range of occupations.

Employer must prove no NZ workers available. Median wage threshold applies. Can lead to residency if earning above median wage for 2+ years.

Points-based residence visa. Score points for age, qualifications, work experience, and job offer in NZ. Permanent residence pathway.

Requires IELTS 6.5+, skills assessment, and ideally a job offer. Age 20-55. Highly competitive.

Government-to-government program for farm workers. Covers planting, harvesting, and greenhouse work. Employer provides housing and transportation.

Restricted to Mexico and select Caribbean countries. Bangladesh not eligible. The Temporary Foreign Worker Program (below) is the alternative.

Employer-driven program for hiring foreign workers when no Canadians are available. Covers low-wage and high-wage streams across all industries including construction, food processing, and agriculture.

Employer needs a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA). Housing often provided for low-wage workers. Can transition to permanent residency through Provincial Nominee Programs.

Canada's flagship immigration program for skilled professionals. Points-based system (CRS) considering age, education, language, and work experience. Direct path to permanent residency.

Requires IELTS CLB 7+, degree or diploma, and 1+ year skilled work experience. Processing time 6-8 months. One of the most popular pathways for Bangladeshi professionals.

For tradespeople: electricians, welders, plumbers, carpenters, mechanics, cooks, and butchers. Requires 2+ years experience and a valid job offer or Canadian trade certification.

Lower language requirements than Federal Skilled Worker (CLB 5 speaking/listening, CLB 4 reading/writing). Excellent option for experienced tradespeople.

Caregiver pathways for childcare and elderly care in private homes. Includes a direct path to permanent residency after 2 years of work.

Requires relevant education or experience, CLB 5 English, and a valid job offer. One of the most accessible PR pathways.

Employer-driven permanent residency program for New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, PEI, and Newfoundland. Lower requirements than Express Entry. Covers skilled and intermediate-skilled workers.

No LMIA needed. Employer must be designated. Lower CRS than Express Entry. Good option for workers who may not qualify through Express Entry.

Saudi Arabia is the #1 destination for Bangladeshi workers. The Iqama (residence/work permit) is employer-sponsored. Covers construction, domestic work, driving, cleaning, and factory jobs.

BMET registration mandatory. Kafala (sponsorship) system means you are tied to your employer. Be cautious of contract substitution. Always get BMET emigration clearance.

Major destination for Bangladeshi workers. Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Sharjah offer construction, hospitality, retail, and service sector jobs. The UAE also offers a Green Visa (self-sponsored) for skilled workers.

Wage Protection System (WPS) ensures salary is paid on time. New labor laws have improved worker protections. Free zones may have different rules.

Post-FIFA infrastructure continues to create jobs. Qatar abolished the Kafala system in 2020, making it easier to change employers. Minimum wage introduced at QAR 1,000/month.

Employer provides accommodation and food. Can now change jobs without employer permission (NOC abolished). Heat work ban in effect June-September.

Article 18 visa is the standard work permit for foreign workers. Covers private sector jobs. Article 20 is for domestic workers (housemaids, drivers, cooks).

Kuwait has periodic bans on certain nationalities. Check current status before applying. Domestic workers have separate labor laws with fewer protections.

Employer-sponsored work visa. Covers oil & gas, construction, agriculture, fisheries, and domestic work. Omanization policy gradually replacing foreign workers in some sectors.

Omanization reduces available positions each year. Focus on sectors still open to foreign workers. Valid BMET clearance required.

Bahrain offers a unique Flexi Permit allowing you to work for multiple employers. Regular work visas are employer-sponsored. Construction, hospitality, and retail are main sectors.

Flexi Permit costs BHD 500/year self-sponsored. No employer NOC needed to change jobs. Most worker-friendly system in the Gulf.

Japan's main worker visa covering 14 sectors: construction, shipbuilding, agriculture, food service, nursing care, hospitality, manufacturing, fishery, aviation, automotive, and more. Type ii allows indefinite renewal and family.

Requires passing a sector-specific skills test and Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT N4 minimum). Bangladesh has a bilateral MOU with Japan for this program. Exam centers available in Dhaka.

Training program where workers learn skills in Japanese companies. Covers agriculture, fisheries, construction, food manufacturing, textile, and machinery. Being reformed into a new "Ikusei Shuro" (Nurturing Employment) system.

Must go through a licensed sending organization in Bangladesh. Basic Japanese language ability required. Can transition to SSW visa after completing training.

Government-to-government program. Workers take the Korean Language Test (EPS-TOPIK) in Bangladesh, and if selected, are matched with Korean employers. Covers manufacturing, construction, agriculture, fishing, and service sectors.

One of the best programs for Bangladeshi workers — high salary, legal protections, and government oversight. Must pass EPS-TOPIK exam (held periodically in Bangladesh). Very competitive: 100,000+ applicants for 5,000-8,000 slots.

Short-term seasonal agricultural work program. Workers help with planting and harvest seasons in rural South Korea.

Municipal governments recruit through MOUs with sending countries. Shorter process than EPS. Good entry point to Korean work experience.

Malaysia is a top destination for Bangladeshi workers. Permits cover manufacturing (electronics, garments), construction, plantation (palm oil), agriculture, and domestic work. Government-to-government recruitment through approved agencies.

Minimum wage MYR 1,500/month. Must go through BMET-approved agencies. Periodic recruitment freezes and reopenings between BD and Malaysia. Always verify current recruitment status.

For semi-skilled workers in construction, manufacturing, marine shipyard, process industries, and services. Singapore has some of the strongest worker protection laws in Asia.

Employer pays levy and provides housing. Strong enforcement of labor laws. Medical insurance provided. One of the highest-paying destinations for manual workers in Asia.

For mid-level skilled workers (technicians, supervisors). Requires diploma or degree and relevant experience. Better salary and benefits than Work Permit.

Can bring spouse and children (if earning SGD 6,000+). Better long-term prospects than Work Permit. Requires formal qualifications.

EU-wide work permit for highly skilled professionals with a university degree and a job offer meeting a minimum salary threshold. Valid across most EU countries (except Denmark and Ireland).

Path to permanent residency after 33 months (or 21 with language proficiency). Can move between EU countries after 18 months.

Short-term work permits for agriculture, hospitality, and food processing during peak seasons. Available in Poland, Germany, Italy, Spain, France, and others. Employer sponsors the visa.

Poland is the easiest entry point. Germany, Italy, and Spain also have accessible seasonal programs. Accommodation often provided by employer.

Each European country issues its own work visa for non-EU workers. Germany (Arbeitsvisum), Poland (Wiza pracownicza), Italy (Nulla Osta), Romania, Czech Republic, Portugal, Hungary, and Croatia all have active programs hiring Bangladeshi workers.

See our Country Encyclopedia and Verified Employers for detailed info on each European country.

Germany has a severe nursing shortage and actively recruits from Bangladesh. Requires nursing qualification recognition (Anerkennung) and German language B1/B2. Multiple programs including Triple Win (with GIZ).

High demand, excellent salary, and path to permanent residency. Investment in German language training (12-18 months) required but pays off significantly.

Self-sponsored work permit for non-CIS citizens. Allows you to work for any employer in a specific region. Covers construction, manufacturing, agriculture, retail, and domestic work. Relatively easy to obtain.

Must pass Russian language test, history test, and medical exam. Monthly patent fee varies by region (RUB 4,000-8,000). Moscow and St. Petersburg offer highest salaries.

For professionals earning above RUB 167,000/month. Simplified process, no Russian language test required. Covers IT, engineering, medicine, and scientific roles.

Lower income tax rate (13% vs 30%). Can bring family. Fast processing. Good option for experienced professionals.

For professionals in critical skills shortage occupations. No job offer required — you can enter and look for work. Covers engineering, IT, healthcare, finance, and artisan trades.

Requires SAQA evaluation of qualifications and professional body registration. Path to permanent residency after 5 years.

Employer-sponsored work visa. Employer must prove no South African workers available. Covers a wide range of occupations.

Requires a job offer and Department of Labour recommendation. Processing time 4-8 weeks.