Bangladesh
Source workers from Bangladesh into the Gulf
Bangladesh is a major manpower source for the GCC due to its wage floor, trade-skill depth, and established emigration workflow. Employers can use this route to compare timing, route-to-market and compliance fit before finalising a visa or mobilisation package.
Employer requirements
- Work order and demand letter
- Employer licence and sponsor registration
- Visa and contract attestation package
- Medical and insurance confirmation
Wage floor & medical
- Bilateral wage floor
- USD 120-250
- Medical clearance
- BMET-approved medical and GCC destination-specific pre-departure health checks
- Employer-paid rule
- Recruitment is employer-funded under the approved contract and destination sponsor rules; unauthorized charging to workers is prohibited and can trigger immigration risk.
Deployment timeline by GCC destination
| Country | Expected days |
|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | 48 to 76 days |
| United Arab Emirates | 40 to 68 days |
| Qatar | 44 to 72 days |
| Kuwait | 50 to 80 days |
| Oman | 42 to 68 days |
| Bahrain | 36 to 62 days |
Emigration clearance process
| Step | Title | Authority | Duration | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Recruitment approval | BMET and recruiting agent | 4-8 days | The worker dossier and employer offer are checked before any visa processing begins. |
| 2 | Worker screening and mutual agreement | Recruitment partner and embassy | 7-12 days | The candidate's education, skill profile and employer fit are verified against the job order. |
| 3 | Medical and dossier finalisation | BMET-approved clinics and labour desk | 5-10 days | Medical fitness, document checks, and manpower approval packs are completed before visa submission. |
| 4 | Visa and work-permit issuance | GCC sponsor + destination labour authority | 10-20 days | The visa package is confirmed and the worker is cleared for travel to the GCC sponsor. |
| 5 | Travel and site reporting | Arrival desk and employer HR | 3-7 days | Travel schedule, accommodation and site reporting are aligned to the employer's mobilization plan. |
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