Non-Profit, NGO and Foundation Law in Bangladesh
Bangladesh has one of the largest NGO sectors in the world, with thousands of registered non-governmental organisations — from local community groups to large international NGOs operating national programmes in health, education, disaster relief, and development. The regulatory framework governing non-profits is fragmented across multiple statutes and government bodies, making expert legal guidance essential for registration, compliance, and ongoing operations.
Key Legislation
- Foreign Donations (Voluntary Activities) Regulation Act, 2016 — governs NGOs receiving foreign funding (NGOAB registration required)
- Societies Registration Act, 1860 — registration of societies and voluntary associations
- Trust Act, 1882 — creation and registration of trusts
- Companies Act, 1994 — Section 28 companies limited by guarantee (for foundations)
Our Non-Profit Services
- NGO registration with NGOAB, Social Welfare Department, and other relevant bodies
- Foreign donation project approval
- Foundation and trust formation
- Annual compliance and reporting
- Governance advisory for non-profit boards
Contact LegalBD for NGO and non-profit legal advice.