UKVI stands for UK Visas and Immigration, which is the UK government department responsible for managing visa applications and immigration services. UKVI's role is to decide who can come to the UK and for how long, and to ensure that the immigration system is safe and transparent.
To approve the financial institutions and banks that may be used to offer financial evidence for a visa application, UKVI also establishes the rules and specifications for getting a UK visa. Applicants can be ensured that their financial documentation meets the requirements and will be accepted by UKVI by using a bank that has been approved by UKVI.
To make this procedure easier for Bangladeshi applicants, the UK Visas and Immigration( UKVI) has published a list of approved banks in Bangladesh that can be used to supply financial documentation for a UK visa application. These banks have been approved by the UKVI to assure that they meet the required standards for financial regulation and obedience.
Check out the list of UKVI approved banks in Bangladesh below
AB Bank Limited
BRAC Bank Ltd
Citi Bank Ltd
Commercial Bank of Ceylon Ltd
Dhaka Bank Ltd
Eastern Bank Limited
First Security Islami Bank Ltd
Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Ltd (HSBC)
Mutual Trust Bank Ltd
One Bank Ltd
Shahjalal Islami Bank Ltd
Southeast Bank Ltd
Standard Chartered Bank
State Bank of India
Prime Bank Ltd
Pubali Bank Ltd
Woori Bank Ltd
Bank Alfalah Limited
The City Bank Ltd
Trust Bank Ltd
Premier Bank Limited
Standard Bank Limited
IFIC Bank Limited
National Credit and Commerce Bank Ltd
It is important to note that not all branches of these banks may be authorized by UKVI. Before submitting your visa application, you should confirm with your bank that the branch you are using is authorized by UKVI to provide financial evidence for a UK visa application. Additionally, you should ensure that the funds in your account meet the financial requirements for your visa category.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the bank statement for UK visa?
A: Your bank statement for a visa application is a document that shows your financial status and transactions in your bank account over a certain period of time, typically covering the last 3 to 6 months. It is required to show that you have enough funds to support yourself during your stay in the destination country and that the funds in your account have been obtained legally.
What is required in the bank statement?
In the bank statement, you need to include the following information:
Name and address of account holder
Account number
Account type (e.g. savings or checking)
Statement date range
Beginning and ending balance during the statement period
A list of all transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, and transfers
Details of any overdrafts or negative balances
The bank's name, address, and contact information