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Will a trade licence without a TIN do for a business visa?

No. The document asks for a “valid Trade License with Tax Identification Number (TIN)” — it must be current and carry the TIN.

In detail

The requirement has two parts, and both must hold.

First the licence must be valid — that is, unexpired. Trade licences are renewed annually, and letting a renewal slip is common. Check the expiry date before applying.

Second it must carry the TIN. A licence without it does not meet the requirement.

Bear in mind that the trade licence alone is not enough for a business visa. You also need a letter from the Bangladeshi firm, a letter from the inviting Indian organisation, a Chamber of Commerce recommendation or membership, and the company's six-month bank statement. Depending on the kind of business you are in, further documents may apply.

Verified answerLast verified: Source: hcidhaka.gov.in

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