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Securing an environmental clearance certificate doe bangladesh is the single most critical legal gating item for any industrial manufacturer, real estate developer, or infrastructure constructor operating within the jurisdiction of the People's Republic of Bangladesh. Under the rigorous enforcement posture of the…
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EPC contracts in Bangladesh are governed by a multi-layered regulatory framework. Primary contractual obligations are rooted in the Contract Act 1872 , while cross-border financial obligations are strictly regulated by the Foreign Exchange Regulation Act 1947 . For public sector projects, the Public Procurement Act…
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The establishment and operation of Export Processing Zones (EPZs) are primarily governed by the Bangladesh Export Processing Zones Authority Act, 1980 and the Bangladesh EPZ Labour Act, 2019 . These statutes provide a ring-fenced regulatory environment managed by BEPZA to facilitate 100% export-oriented investment.
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ESOP & Talent Incentives
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Bangladesh, with its robust economic growth and strategic geographical location, presents a compelling destination for foreign direct investment (FDI). Establishing a company here requires a clear understanding of the legal framework and procedural requirements. This guide, authored by Barrister Liton Asaduzzaman…
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Estate Planning & Probate
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The execution, authentication, and registration of a Power of Attorney (PoA) in Bangladesh represent some of the most critical, yet frequently misunderstood, procedural mechanisms in the country's legal and real estate sectors. Governed primarily by the Power of Attorney Act 2012 (Act No. XXXV of 2012) and the…
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Foreign nationals working in Bangladesh require a valid work permit issued by the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) or the relevant sector authority, and a valid visa. The process involves coordination between the employer, the employee, BIDA, and the Department of Immigration and Passports.
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By Barrister Liton Sarkar, Advocate, Supreme Court of Bangladesh
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If you are reading this because a police constable just came to your office, or because a family member telephoned you in a panic about a warrant, please take a breath. You are not alone, and you are not without options. Being named in a dowry demand case under the Dowry Prohibition Act, 2018 or a domestic torture…
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Family Law & Settlements
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In Bangladesh, family law is predominantly governed by personal religious laws. However, for high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs), foreign investors, and corporate directors, family law does not operate in a vacuum. The dissolution of marriage, child custody, and particularly inheritance, deeply intersect with…
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Featured Snippet: A tax appeal in Bangladesh is a three-tier statutory remedy under the Income Tax Act, 2023 (Chapters XIX–XX): first to the Commissioner of Taxes (Appeals) under Section 284, second to the Taxes Appellate Tribunal under Section 288, and finally by reference on a question of law to the High Court…
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Scope of this amended guide. This is an edit of the existing LegalBD article for owners, occupiers, developers, factories, warehouses, consultants, and counsel dealing with fire-safety permissions in Bangladesh. It distinguishes the FSCD fire-licence process from fire-safety-plan review and e-NOC services. It is…
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Foreign Direct Investment (" FDI ") remains the lifeblood of Bangladesh's export-oriented growth strategy, and the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority ("BIDA") stands as the statutory gatekeeper for every foreign-invested enterprise operating within the Republic. Established under the Bangladesh Investment…
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প্রত্যক্ষ বৈদেশিক বিনিয়োগ (" FDI ") বাংলাদেশের রপ্তানিমুখী প্রবৃদ্ধির কৌশলের প্রাণশক্তি হিসেবে বিবেচিত হয় এবং বাংলাদেশ বিনিয়োগ উন্নয়ন কর্তৃপক্ষ ("বিডা" বা BIDA) প্রজাতন্ত্রের অভ্যন্তরে পরিচালিত প্রতিটি বৈদেশিক বিনিয়োগকারী প্রতিষ্ঠানের সংবিধিবদ্ধ অভিভাবক হিসেবে কাজ করে। বাংলাদেশ বিনিয়োগ উন্নয়ন কর্তৃপক্ষ আইন, ২০১৬…
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Welcome to the authoritative LegalBD Practice Hub for Corporate Formation & Business Licensing. This centralized directory compiles in-depth legal treatises, practical compliance roadmaps, statutory fee schedules, and procedural guidance under Bangladeshi law.
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Bangladesh has transformed from a post-independence developing economy into one of Asia's most compelling investment destinations. With a GDP that has averaged over 6% growth annually for more than a decade, a population of 170 million, and a strategic location bridging South and Southeast Asia, Bangladesh now…
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The primary legislation governing foreign funding for non-governmental organizations in Bangladesh is the Foreign Donations (Voluntary Activities) Regulation Act, 2016 . This Act consolidated previous ordinances to streamline the monitoring of foreign-funded projects through the NGO Affairs Bureau (NGOAB), Prime…
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Foreign Investment
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