Answers to the BIDA Queries for Work Permit Extension In favor of
[Name], [Designation]
[passport]
The reasons for extension of the work permit with the supporting documents.
Sanyo Engineering & Construction Inc. is a Japan based construction company and in Bangladesh there are several projects are ongoing under this company. Mr. RONALD NUEVA SIOJO was working on these projects as an Electrical Engineer.
His work permit validity expired on 12th October 2022. The company tried to extend his work permit several times but failed to extend. From then company continued corresponding with BIDA regarding this issue. He has received his salary up to 31st May 2023. Then he is trying to cancel his work permit. For this purpose, he needs to obtain the Tax Clearance certificate under Section-193 of Income Tax Act, 2023. But Tax office has refused to Receive the return as his work permit validity had expired. So, after discussing with BIDA, the company decided to extend his work permit up to 31st May 2023. Without this extension, he cannot submit his return U/S-193.
A replacement plan of the foreign worker with a local worker along with supporting documents.
Around the world, Sanyo Engineering & Construction Inc. has more then 10 (Ten) Branch and Subsidiary offices. Mr. RONALD NUEVA SIOJO had joined in our company on 12th October 2017 and here some local people are working in project under his supervision and getting on jobs training from the foreigner. So, in this regard, we replaced the local employees in suitable position as per based on employees’ experiences, skills with following the company’s policy.
Submit a plan with supporting documentation on how the foreign worker trains and develops local worker as his successor
Training for Bangladeshi local staff at HQ Japan: Since 2018, after two years of establishment, as a part of preparation for the expansion of the Bangladesh branch office, Sanyo Engineering & Construction Inc. has been conducting technical and others relevant training in Bangladesh and at HQ Japan as an intra-company transfer for engineers with excellent results, aiming to acquire and improve technical knowledge of employees. Already Two staffs from Bangladesh Branch have completed training at HQ Japan so far, and two staffs are currently undergoing training. (Total of 4 staffs). it seems to be that they will be capable to supervise the projects.
Japanese language training contents: The training at HQ Japan aims to acquire JLPT (Japanese-Language Proficiency Test) N3 or higher and is based on learning to extent that smooth communication with Japanese community shall be possible in project sites. It is also mentionable that Sanyo Engineering & Construction Inc. additionally provide Japanese language education to multiple staff (with more than 2 years of experience) at the Bangladesh branch.
Technical training content: Regarding technical training, although it depends on the skill level of the staffs, OJT (On the Job Training) at the construction sites is also conducted if the above JLPT (Japanese-Language Proficiency Test) level is a certain level.
Submit a duly approved training manual having the evaluation method of the training for local workers.
In Sanyo Engineering & Construction Inc. as it is confined into Electrical Work, Civil Engineering & Painting Work in project so maximum trainings are provided through OJT (On the Job Training) method. And for the evaluation of employees of this company, they follow some appraisal systems where it is divided by 2 postures (Posture A and Posture B) and immediate upper layer of supervisors and Country Head evaluate the employees’ working capability and if any training is required further then Country Head takes initiative.
The experience and qualification of the position for which a foreign worker is appointed.
Mr. RONALD NUEVA SIOJO has been completed his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering under Construction Engineering and he had sufficient working experience in relevant field. So, the company had appointed him as the right person in this position.
The process and formalities with supporting documents observed in appointing the expatriate.
At first, Sanyo Engineering & Construction INC published an advertisement in a highly circulated newspaper asking application for the position of Mechanical Engineer. But it is a matter of sorrow that the management of the organization could not appoint a person among the local applicants who holds the minimum required qualification for the position same. Finally, the management had decided to appoint Mr. RONALD NUEVA SIOJO at that time to play the responsibilities as Mechanical Engineer in Dhaka Branch. All documents were duly submitted to BIDA during obtaining the Work Permit of Mr. RONALD NUEVA SIOJO.
The duly approved Service Regulation where provisions of appointing foreign workers are described clearly.
In Bangladesh, Sanyo Engineering & Construction INC. has introduced a Service rule for their local employees. But there is not any special clause relating to the appointment of foreigners or foreign employees.
(viii) How the expatriate contributed to the Economy of Bangladesh in last 5 years with
documentary evidence?
Employing skilled manpower in the technical, construction section is essential. We have hired foreign nationals as local employees can't meet the demand. On the other hand, skilled foreign nationals reside on the company construction projects & Services whenever required.
This is an economic reality. We will have to accept this unless we find their local alternatives. The former economist of the International Monetary Fund urged the government to be generous in issuing work permits to encourage foreign professionals to work legally.
This will also ensure revenues for the government in the form of income taxes.
It should be noted that there were 17 persons who worked under Mr. Ronald and were trained by him, which indicated the progress of Bangladesh's economy. These freshly trained individuals are also demonstrating a tremendous achievement of government projects that are growing Bangladesh's economy. We have attached Annexure 1 for details.
Yours sincerely,
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[Name]
[Designation]
[Name of the company]