This is to notify and inform the general public that the SHORT-TERM WORK PERMIT (E-Work Permit) is now being initiated by the Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Employment. The employers wishing to import foreign workers even for the duration less than 30 days should now compulsorily apply online through BLMIS with immediate effect. Besides the normal required documents, the individual/FWRA/employers should submit the medical clearance certificate of the foreigners obtained from the country of origin.This notification is referred to the approval of the night halt work permits only and for other categories and updates, MoICE will keep notifying in future.

Hon’ble Minister of MoICE Attended the Bangladesh Business Summit 2023

The Hon’ble Minister, Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Employment attended the first day of the Bangladesh Business Summit, 2023 along with other Ministers and Foreign Delegates from more than 12 countries. The Opening program was graced by Her Excellency Sheikh Hasina, the Hon’ble Prime Minister, Government of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh.

The Hon’ble Minister also had a call on with the Hon’ble Minister, Ministry of Commerce, Government of People’s Republic of Bangladesh, H.E Mr. Tipu Munshi later in the afternoon and discussed enhancing  the bilateral trade and commerce between the two countries. It was also informed that the Hon’ble Commerce Minister will visit Bhutan from 21-23 of this month to sign the Transit Agreement of the two countries.

The Hon’ble Minister also visited Dharmarajika Bouddha Mahavihar Buddhist Monastery, Lalbagh Fort and Bangabandhu Museum on 9th March 2023.

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