No agent in Khulna can process a Ukrainian visa locally. There is one Ukrainian Embassy in Bangladesh — in Gulshan-2, Dhaka — and it is the only place in the country where a Ukrainian visa can be issued. Any Khulna-based agent claiming otherwise is operating fraudulently. If you have doubts about a permit or offer you have received, verify it with us before making any payment.
Which Visa Type Applies — Type D (Long-Stay)
Bangladeshi nationals seeking employment in Ukraine require a Type D long-stay national visa. This visa is issued on the basis of a Ukrainian work permit from the State Employment Service (Державна служба зайнятості, DSZ). The work permit is arranged by your Ukrainian employer in Ukraine — it is not something you or a local agent can obtain from Bangladesh.
Student applicants need a Type D student visa, supported by an official acceptance letter from an accredited Ukrainian university. Both visa types are submitted in person at the Ukrainian Embassy in Dhaka.
The Only Ukrainian Embassy in Bangladesh — Dhaka
Bangladesh has a single Ukrainian Embassy. It is in Gulshan-2, Dhaka. No Ukrainian consular authority operates in Khulna, Barisal, Jessore, or anywhere outside Dhaka. All visa applications from Khulna Division must be submitted in Dhaka.
Appointments are mandatory — the consular section does not accept walk-in applications. Confirm your appointment in writing from the embassy before buying a bus or train ticket from Khulna.
Step-by-Step Process for Khulna Applicants
Your employer secures the Ukrainian work permit
The work permit is filed by your employer with Ukraine's State Employment Service. Processing takes 45–60 business days. You receive the original permit by courier. Do not begin visa preparation until you have the original permit — a copy or scan is not sufficient for the embassy.
Prepare all documents in Khulna
Complete your medical fitness check at a BMET-approved centre in or near Khulna. Arrange certified English translation of your employment contract and invitation letter. Collect bank statements (last 3 months), prepare two passport photos, and complete the Ukrainian visa application form. Apply for a CID police clearance certificate — applications can be submitted by post to Dhaka. Allow 2–3 weeks for full document preparation.
Travel from Khulna to Dhaka (170 km, 5–6 hours by road)
Khulna is the closest of the major divisional cities to Dhaka by road distance. Since the Padma Bridge opened, the Khulna–Dhaka road journey is approximately 4–5 hours by bus or car. Sundarban Express and Chitra Express trains take approximately 7–8 hours (longer than road due to routing). Stay near Gulshan or Banani for embassy proximity.
Attend embassy appointment and submit documents
Arrive during consular hours (09:00 – 12:00) with your complete document file. Biometrics are collected at the appointment. You receive an acknowledgement receipt. Processing typically takes 5–15 business days from the submission date.
Return to Khulna — wait for processing
You are not required to stay in Dhaka during visa processing. Given the shorter Khulna–Dhaka road time post-Padma Bridge, many Khulna applicants find it practical to make two day trips or one overnight trip total. VFS Global offers passport courier return — confirm availability at submission to avoid a second Dhaka trip for collection.
Complete BMET Smart Card clearance
With your D-visa and original work permit, attend the Khulna BMET office for Smart Card clearance. This is the final mandatory BMET step before airport departure. Processing takes 3–5 business days from complete document submission. Alternatively, complete this step at the BMET head office in Dhaka if you are collecting your passport there.
Travel to Ukraine and register within 30 days
On arrival in Ukraine, register your address and apply for a Temporary Residence Permit (TRP) at the local State Migration Service (DMSU) office. This is required within 30 days of entry into Ukraine.
Key Documents — Khulna Submission Checklist
| Passport | Valid MRP passport — minimum 6 months remaining validity; ideally 18+ months. Original plus 2 photocopies of bio-data page. |
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| Work permit | Original Ukrainian work permit issued by the State Employment Service (DSZ). Only originals are accepted — not photocopies or scans. |
| BMET clearance | Pre-departure registration confirmation from BMET Khulna. Smart Card clearance follows visa collection — begin registration now. |
| Police clearance | Bangladesh police clearance certificate from CID, Dhaka. Can be applied for by post from Khulna. Allow 2–3 weeks for issuance. |
| Invitation letter | Original invitation letter from your Ukrainian employer on company letterhead — must specify job role, contract duration, and accommodation details. |
| Employment contract | Signed contract in Ukrainian with certified English translation. All details must exactly match the work permit. |
| Financial proof | Bank statements for the last 3 months from your Khulna account. Shows financial capacity to travel and settle initially. |
| Medical insurance | Travel health insurance valid for Ukraine — minimum €30,000 coverage, commencing from your departure date. |
| Photos | Two passport-size photos — 3.5×4.5 cm, white background, taken within 6 months. |
| Medical certificate | Fitness certificate from a BMET-approved medical centre. Check the BMET website for approved centres in the Khulna area. |
| Visa application form | Completed and signed. Download from the Ukrainian MFA website or request by email from the embassy. |
Practical Logistics — Khulna to Dhaka
Khulna is approximately 170 km southwest of Dhaka. The Padma Bridge, which opened in 2022, has significantly shortened road journey times from Khulna and the southwest. Travel options:
Given the improved road connectivity via Padma Bridge, many Khulna applicants can complete a Dhaka embassy appointment as a day trip or short overnight stay. Book accommodation near Gulshan or Banani for embassy proximity. Allow at least one day before your appointment to verify your full document set is in order.
BMET in Khulna
Khulna Division has a BMET district office handling pre-departure registrations for the southwest region. Workers can begin pre-departure registration locally. Smart Card clearance — mandatory before airport departure — requires your valid D-visa and original work permit, and therefore follows your Dhaka visa collection.
Local Scam Warning — Khulna Agents
Khulna Division has an established worker population in shipping, manufacturing, and the Sundarbans-adjacent agricultural and fishery sectors. Ukrainian employers have recruited Bangladeshi workers in construction and agricultural logistics. Because Ukraine is an unfamiliar destination for many Khulna applicants, some local agents exploit this unfamiliarity. Patterns to watch for: an agent in Khulna or Jessore claims to have an "inside channel" to the Ukrainian consulate; an agent shows you a Ukrainian work permit or visa without your documents having been submitted in Dhaka; an agent claims to guarantee visa approval. These claims are false. Verify any offer using our document verification service before making any payment above normal document preparation costs.