Emigration Guidelines
Essential information for safe emigration.
- Required documents and passport requirements
- BMET registration and smart card process
- Government-approved migration costs
- How to identify and report fraud
Emigration Guidelines
Emigration Guidelines
This page provides essential emigration guidelines for Bangladeshi workers, including required documents, important contacts, and fraud prevention tips.
Essential information for Bangladeshi workers seeking employment abroad.
Before You Apply
- 1 Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from your intended travel date.
- 2 Verify the manpower agency is licensed by the Bureau of Manpower, Employment and Training (BMET).
- 3 Never pay more than the government-approved migration cost for your destination country.
- 4 Complete your profile on Euro with accurate skills, experience, and education details.
- 5 Keep copies of all documents: passport, visa, contract, medical reports.
Required Documents
- Valid machine-readable passport (MRP)
- National ID card (NID)
- Educational certificates (originals + attested copies)
- Medical fitness certificate from approved hospital
- Police clearance certificate
- BMET smart card registration
- Employment contract (signed by employer)
Important Contacts
BMET Helpline
+880-2-9116094
Wage Earners' Welfare Board
+880-2-8111074
Probashi Kallyan Bank
+880-2-55013654
National Emergency
999
Visa Types Overview
EU Blue Card
For highly skilled professionals with a university degree. Minimum salary threshold of approximately EUR 58,400/year.
Processing: 2-4 months
Skilled Worker Visa
For qualified trades and professions. Requires employer sponsorship and recognized qualifications.
Processing: 1-3 months
Job Seeker Visa
Germany offers a 6-month visa to enter the country and search for employment. Requires proof of qualifications and funds.
Processing: 4-8 weeks
Seasonal Worker Permit
Temporary permit for up to 9 months in sectors like agriculture and hospitality. Employer must apply on your behalf.
Processing: 2-6 weeks
Intra-Company Transfer
For employees of multinational companies being transferred to a European branch. Requires existing employment relationship.
Processing: 1-3 months
Step-by-Step Emigration Process
Research destination country and job market thoroughly
Register on BMET (bfrce.gov.bd) and obtain your Smart Card
Find a job through a verified agency or apply directly to employers
Get employment contract signed by the foreign employer
Complete medical examination at a BMET-approved hospital
Obtain police clearance certificate from your local police station
Submit visa application at the destination country's embassy
Attend pre-departure briefing at BMET
Obtain emigration clearance at the airport
Arrive and register with local authorities in the destination country
Government-Approved Migration Costs
| Destination | Approximate Cost (BDT) |
|---|---|
| Poland | BDT 150,000 - 250,000 |
| Germany | BDT 300,000 - 500,000 |
| Portugal | BDT 200,000 - 400,000 |
| Italy | BDT 250,000 - 400,000 |
| Czech Republic | BDT 200,000 - 350,000 |
Any agency charging above these amounts may be violating BMET regulations. Report overcharging to the BMET helpline.
Embassy Addresses in Dhaka
Emigration vs Immigration
Emigration
The act of leaving your home country (Bangladesh) to live or work in another country. When you depart Bangladesh for Europe, you are emigrating.
Immigration
The act of entering and settling in a new country. When you arrive in a European country to work, you are immigrating into that country.
You are an emigrant from Bangladesh and an immigrant in Europe. The same person, two perspectives -- one from the country you leave, one from the country you enter.
Beware of Fraud
Red Flags to Watch For
- • Agency demanding your passport originals -- legitimate agencies never need to hold your passport.
- • "Guaranteed visa" promises -- no agent, agency, or individual can guarantee a visa approval.
- • No BMET license number displayed at their office or on their documents.
- • Asking for payment without providing an official receipt with company letterhead.
- • Unrealistic salary promises (e.g., EUR 5,000/month for unskilled work is not realistic).
- • Recruitment conducted only via social media with no physical office address.
- • Pressure to decide or pay immediately -- legitimate processes allow you time to verify.
- • Suggesting you travel on a tourist visa for work -- this is illegal and will result in deportation.
- • Verify job offers directly with the employer or embassy before traveling.
- • Report suspicious agents to BMET or call the national helpline 999.
How to Verify an Agency
- 1 Check the BMET website (bfrce.gov.bd) for the official list of licensed recruiting agencies.
- 2 Visit the agency's physical office in person and confirm they have a valid trade license on display.
- 3 Call the BMET helpline (+880-2-9116094) and ask them to confirm the agency's license status.
- 4 Ask for a written contract in both Bangla and English before making any payment.
- 5 Contact the destination country's embassy in Dhaka to verify the employer and job offer.
Important Notice
khansland Euro is not a recruitment agency. We do not recruit, sponsor visas, or arrange employment. We are a free self-service platform that helps Bangladeshi workers make smarter decisions and reduce their dependency on expensive middlemen. Most services are free. AI-powered features (CV builder, translation, auto-apply) carry a small charge that only covers our AI processing costs — we do not profit from it.
