South Asia
Immigration to Canada & Australia from Bangladesh
Bangladeshi professionals in engineering, IT, and healthcare are strong candidates for skilled migration with the right documentation. Below are the main permanent-residency and study pathways for Bangladeshi applicants — and how ImmiPace helps you choose and prepare the right one.
Canada
AustraliaCanada from Bangladesh
Express Entry & PNP
Enter the Express Entry pool (FSW/CEC) and pursue a Provincial Nominee Program for a 600-point boost. You'll need an ECA for your education and a qualifying language test. We optimise your CRS and prepare a document-ready profile. See our CRS guide and Express Entry vs PNP.
Australia from Bangladesh
Skilled migration (189/190/491)
Get a positive skills assessment for your occupation, then lodge a points-tested EOI. State nomination (190) or regional (491) can lift your points. See 189 vs 190 vs 491 and skills assessment.
In-demand occupations for Bangladeshi applicants
Common occupations among applicants from Bangladesh include engineers, IT professionals, doctors, accountants. Check your exact occupation, ANZSCO/NOC code, and assessing authority in our skilled-occupations directory.
Police certificate
What Canada asks for from Bangladesh
- Document
- Police Clearance Certificate
- Issued by
- Bangladesh Police, through its online application
- If you live elsewhere
- Apply online through the Bangladesh Police portal
Submit a scan of the original certificate showing the seal and signature.
Source: IRCC police certificate instructions for Bangladesh (page dated 23 January 2025), checked 20 October 2026. Australia asks for police certificates from the same authorities.
Engineering degrees
Washington Accord status
The Institution of Engineers Bangladesh (IEB) has been a full Washington Accord signatory since 2024. Engineering degrees it accredited for your graduation year can usually be assessed by Engineers Australia without a CDR; earlier or non-accredited degrees still need one.
CDR writing and review for Engineers Australia
Source: International Engineering Alliance, Washington Accord signatories, checked 20 October 2026.
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Immigration from Bangladesh — FAQs
How can I immigrate to Canada from Bangladesh?
Most skilled applicants from Bangladesh use Canada's Express Entry system (Federal Skilled Worker or Canadian Experience Class) and may target a Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) for extra points. You'll need an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) and a qualifying English (or French) test. ImmiPace assesses your CRS and builds a document-ready profile.
Can Bangladeshi applicants get Australian PR?
Yes. Bangladesh applicants pursue Australian skilled migration through subclass 189 (Independent), 190 (State Nominated), and 491 (Regional). You'll need a positive skills assessment for your occupation and a points-tested profile. Superior English and state nomination can significantly boost your points.
What are the most in-demand occupations for applicants from Bangladesh?
Common occupations among applicants from Bangladesh include engineers, IT professionals, doctors, accountants. Explore our skilled-occupations directory to check your ANZSCO/NOC classification, assessing authority, and pathway.
Which police certificate does Canada need from Bangladesh?
IRCC asks for the Police Clearance Certificate. It is issued by Bangladesh Police, through its online application. If you live elsewhere: apply online through the Bangladesh Police portal. Submit a scan of the original certificate showing the seal and signature.
Do engineers from Bangladesh need a CDR for Australia?
The Institution of Engineers Bangladesh (IEB) has been a full Washington Accord signatory since 2024. Engineering degrees it accredited for your graduation year can usually be assessed by Engineers Australia without a CDR; earlier or non-accredited degrees still need one.
Does ImmiPace work with clients in Bangladesh?
Yes — ImmiPace works with clients worldwide through online consultation and secure follow-up. We assess your profile, prepare your documents and skills assessment, and guide you from first assessment to filing.