The Ministry of Expatriates’ Welfare and Overseas Employment of Bangladesh has opened a 24-hour hotline for Bangladeshi citizens living in the Middle East amid the ongoing war situation in the region. The announcement was made on Sunday, March 1, 2026. Expatriates facing any difficulties can contact the ministry’s call center at +880 96 10 10 20 30 for assistance. The ministry stated that the hotline will remain open day and night to provide all possible support to affected Bangladeshis.

The initiative aims to ensure that Bangladeshi nationals residing in conflict-affected areas can quickly reach government support services. The ministry emphasized its readiness to assist expatriates in any emergency related to the current instability in the Middle East.

The move reflects Bangladesh’s effort to maintain communication and safety measures for its citizens abroad during regional crises, particularly in areas experiencing armed conflict.