8.1. Import/Export Regulations

Bangladesh enforces strict trade regulations, requiring businesses to obtain valid trade licenses and comply with import/export laws. To submit an Expression of Interest, firms must possess an updated trade license valid until June 30, 2025, alongside essential documents such as a TIN certificate, VAT registration, a firm registration certificate, and bank solvency proof. Importers must adhere to the Import Policy Order (IPO), allowing industrial imports through purchase contracts without Letters of Credit (LCs). Export restrictions limit the amount of local and foreign currency individuals can carry, while certain items, such as firearms and hazardous goods, are prohibited.