The Ministry of the Interior asks foreigners residing illegally to obtain legal documents before January 31

DHAKA, December 26, 2024 (BSS) – The Ministry of Interior today asked foreign nationals staying and working illegally in Bangladesh to obtain legal documents by January 31, 2025.

The Ministry of Interior today issued a warning in this regard signed by Md. Khuda Baksh Chowdhury, Special Assistant to the Chief Advisor (equivalent to Minister of State).

“It is brought to the notice of all concerned that many foreign nationals are staying/working illegally in Bangladesh. In this case, foreign nationals staying/working illegally in Bangladesh are requested to acquire necessary documents to stay or work in Bangladesh before 31. January 2025,” the advisory said.

After the deadline expired, he said: “Legal action will be taken against those staying illegally and against the relevant institutions.”

All relevant departments and institutions are also requested to provide necessary cooperation in this regard, the statement said.