Private Limited Company Setup in Bangladesh: 100% Foreign Ownership. Zero Hassle.
Register your company with the Registrar of Joint Stock Companies (RJSC) in 3-5 weeks. From name clearance to your first bank transaction — we handle everything.
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Why Foreign Investors Struggle with
Company Registration in Bangladesh
You’ve identified Bangladesh as your next market. The growth potential is real — 8%+ GDP growth, 170 million consumers, competitive labor costs. But setting up a Private Limited Company here? That’s where things get complicated.
Confusing Documentation
Memorandum of Association, Articles of Association, Form I, Form VI, Form IX — the paperwork feels endless. One mistake delays everything.
Multiple Government Agencies
RJSC for registration. NBR for tax. City Corporation for trade license. Bangladesh Bank for capital remittance. Each has its own rules.
Unpredictable Timelines
What should take weeks stretches into months. Your business plan sits idle while you chase approvals and corrections.
Language & Process Barriers
Government portals in Bengali. Local procedures that change without notice. Requirements that differ from what you’ve read online.
Hidden Compliance Requirements
VAT registration, e-TIN certificates, trade license renewals — requirements that surface only after you’ve started the process.
The Real Cost of Getting It Wrong
Applications rejected for minor errors. Bank accounts frozen due to incorrect documentation. 6+ months lost while competitors enter the market.
Your Private Limited Company.
Registered Right.
We know every step in the company formation process. Which RJSC officer handles foreign ownership cases. Which Bangladesh Bank branch processes Encashment Certificates fastest. How the National Board of Revenue (NBR) wants VAT Registration Certificate applications formatted.
We’ve registered 500+ companies for foreign investors. Not one RJSC rejection. Not one stuck application.
What We Handle in Your Company Incorporation:
- Name Clearance Certificate through RJSC portal—approved same day
- MoA and AoA drafted by legal experts who know the Companies Act 1994
- Bank account setup without visiting Bangladesh
- Tax Identification Number (E-TIN) from National Board of Revenue
- VAT Registration Certificate and BIN for Value Added Tax compliance
- Trade License from City Corporation for business operations
- Capital remittance processed correctly through Bangladesh Bank
- Encashment Certificate for foreign shareholders proving legal capital contribution
- Certificate of Incorporation delivered digitally to your email address
The complete company registration process. No gaps. No delays.
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Private Limited Company Registration Process
Here’s exactly what happens from day one. No surprises. No hidden steps. Each stage is handled by our team with regular updates to you.
01. Name Clearance
We apply for your company name through the RJSC portal (roc.gov.bd). You receive your Name Clearance Certificate, valid for 30 days.
02. Draft Incorporation Documents
Our legal team prepares your Memorandum of Association (MoA), Articles of Association (AoA), and all required RJSC forms.
03. Open Non-Operating Bank Account
We set up your initial corporate bank account. This account holds your capital injection before company registration is complete.
04. Capital Injection (For FDI)
Foreign shareholders remit capital through proper banking channels. This is required for 100% foreign-owned companies.
05. Collect Encashment Certificate
We file Form C with Bangladesh Bank and collect your official Encashment Certificate confirming capital injection.
06. Company Registration with RJSC
We upload all documents to the Registrar of Joint Stock Companies portal, pay government fees, and obtain your Certificate of Incorporation.
07. Trade License
We obtain your Trade License from City Corporation (Dhaka) or relevant local authority. Mandatory for business operations.
08. E-TIN Registration
We register your company with the National Board of Revenue (NBR) and obtain your Electronic Tax Identification Number.
09. Operational Bank Account
Your non-operating account is converted to a full corporate account. You’re ready for daily transactions.
10. VAT/BIN Registration
Final step: VAT registration with NBR. You receive your Business Identification Number (BIN) for VAT compliance.
11. Chamber of Commerce Membership (DCCI)
Membership with Dhaka Chamber of Commerce & Industry (DCCI) is mandatory for import/export companies.
12. Import Registration Certificate (IRC)
CCI&E issues your IRC authorizing your company to import goods into Bangladesh.
13. Export Registration Certificate (ERC)
CCI&E issues your ERC authorizing your company to export goods from Bangladesh.
Basic Company Setup
(Steps 1-10)
Import/Export Company
(Steps 1-13)
Basic Company Setup
(Steps 1-10)
Import/Export Company
(Steps 1-13)
Transparent Pricing
Government Fees for Company Registration in Bangladesh
Here’s what you’ll pay to the government. No hidden fees. No surprises. Professional service fees quoted separately after consultation.
Basic Company
Standard Track
29-30 working days
+ Professional Service Fees
Get Custom QuoteBasic Company
Fast Track
18-20 working days
+ Professional Service Fees (Priority Processing)
Request Fast Track QuoteImport/Export Company
Standard Track
59-60 working days
+ Professional Service Fees
Get Custom QuoteImport/Export Company
Fast Track
36-38 working days
+ Professional Service Fees (Priority Processing)
Request Fast Track Quote
Why Foreign Investors Choose Us for
Company Registration in Bangladesh
100% Remote Registration
You don’t need to fly to Dhaka. We handle name clearance, document signing (with proper Power of Attorney), RJSC filings, and bank account opening remotely.
98% Foreign Client Base
We’re not a general accounting firm. Foreign Direct Investment is our specialty. We understand your home country reporting needs and speak your language.
12+ Years of Expertise
500+ foreign entities registered. We’ve seen every sector, every business structure, every complication that RJSC or BIDA can throw at you.
Predictable Timelines
We tell you exactly how long each step takes. Basic setup in 3-5 weeks. No surprises. No endless waiting. Regular status updates throughout.
BIDA & RJSC Relationships
Personal relationships with key government agencies. When questions arise, we know who to call. When documents need expediting, we know how.
Dedicated Support
One point of contact. Direct communication. You’ll never chase multiple people for updates. Questions answered within 24 hours, always.
Certified & Trusted
Recognized by global and local authorities
What Foreign Investors Say About Our
Company Registration Service
“Khan Akber & Co. handled our Bangladesh subsidiary setup completely remotely. We never had to visit Dhaka. The RJSC filing was perfect on the first submission. Our bank account was operational within the promised timeline. This is the level of service you expect when entering a new market.”
“We needed IRC and ERC certificates for import/export operations. The process was complex, but Khan Akber knew exactly which documents Bangladesh Bank required. They handled Chamber of Commerce membership and CCI&E filings simultaneously. Our company was trading within 6 weeks.”
“As a German manufacturer, we needed full legal compliance for our Bangladesh production facility. Khan Akber prepared our Memorandum and Articles of Association with precision. VAT registration, E-TIN, Trade License—every certificate arrived exactly as described. Professional work.”
Frequently Asked Questions About
Company Registration
Everything you need to know about setting up a Private Limited Company in Bangladesh as a foreign investor.
Yes. Foreign investors can own 100% of a Private Limited Company in most sectors. Some restricted sectors (like defense, telecommunications) have specific foreign ownership limits. We’ll confirm the rules for your specific industry during consultation.
There’s no universal minimum capital requirement. However, for foreign-owned companies, Bangladesh Bank and BIDA typically expect capital investment proportional to your business activities. Manufacturing may require higher capital than services. We’ll advise on the appropriate amount for your sector.
No. We handle 100% of registrations remotely. You’ll grant us Power of Attorney to act on your behalf. Document signing can be done digitally or through your local notary. Bank account opening, RJSC registration, tax registration — all handled without you traveling to Dhaka.
Basic company setup (Steps 1-10) takes 18-20 working days on Fast Track or 29-30 days on Standard track. If you need Import/Export capabilities, add another 18-30 days for Chamber membership, IRC, and ERC. We provide timeline guarantees in our service agreement.
A Private Limited Company is a standalone Bangladesh-incorporated entity. A Subsidiary is also Bangladesh-incorporated but is owned by a foreign parent company. Both offer limited liability and allow 100% foreign ownership. The choice depends on your corporate structure preferences and tax planning needs.
For foreign shareholders: Passport copies, proof of address, and parent company documents (if applicable). We prepare all Bangladesh-side documents including Memorandum of Association, Articles of Association, and RJSC forms. We’ll send you a complete checklist after initial consultation.
Annual requirements include: RJSC annual return filing, corporate tax return (by September 15), VAT returns (monthly), and Trade License renewal. We offer ongoing compliance packages to handle all filings so you can focus on operations.
Yes. We open a Non-Operating Bank Account first to receive your capital injection. After registration is complete and you have your Certificate of Incorporation, Trade License, and E-TIN, we convert it to a full Operational Bank Account.
When foreign shareholders send capital to Bangladesh, the receiving bank issues an Encashment Certificate. This document proves the money entered Bangladesh through proper banking channels. It’s required for RJSC registration and for repatriating profits later. We handle this entire process.
Yes. While BIDA registration isn’t mandatory for all foreign investments, we recommend it for FDI protection and access to investment incentives. We handle BIDA registration as part of our comprehensive setup packages.