Bangladesh Economic Zones Guide
Strategic insights on BEZA frameworks, industrial capacities, and comprehensive business facilitation by LegalSeba LLP.
Understanding the Authorities: BEZA and BEPZA
To successfully navigate Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Bangladesh, investors must understand the distinct roles of the primary governing bodies regulating the nation's industrial ecosystems. These work in tandem with the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) to facilitate global capital.
BEZA
Bangladesh Economic Zones Authority
Established under the Bangladesh Economic Zones Act, 2010, BEZA aims to establish 100 Economic Zones by 2030, generating 10 million jobs. It crucially supports both export and domestic market-oriented industries.
- ✔ Public, Private, G2G, and Tourism Zones.
- ✔ Robust One Stop Service Center (OSSC).
BEPZA
Bangladesh Export Processing Zones
Established in 1980, BEPZA governs EPZs, which are highly specialized, customs-bonded areas designed strictly for 100% export-oriented manufacturing. Domestic sales from these zones are heavily restricted.
- ✔ 8 Operational EPZs (Dhaka, Chattogram, etc).
- ✔ Unparalleled customs bonding infrastructure.
Macro Overview of Capacities
Analyzing the scale of land allocation and strategic distribution of investment zones across Bangladesh.
Top Zones by Land Capacity
Measured in Acres
Distribution by Zone Type
Strategic framework allocation
Active Zones & Onboarding Companies
Explore currently operational hubs receiving FDI. Select a zone from the directory to view its profile and prominent corporate investors.
Select an Economic Zone
Click a location in the directory to explore its capacities and corporate investors.
Prominent Investors Onboarding
LegalSeba LLP Economic Zone business facilitation
Establishing a robust presence demands rigorous legal and financial safeguarding. We manage the entire lifecycle—from RJSC incorporation and Factory Licenses to ongoing operational Audits, MIS, and Commercial Operation Certificates.
Your Facilitation & Operational Roadmap
Track the exact regulatory and financial milestones LegalSeba LLP manages to mitigate your risks and expedite your factory launch. Tap items to mark as reviewed.
1. Corporate Structuring
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RJSC Incorporation Drafting MoA/AoA and full entity registration with the RJSC. Explore our Foreign or Local Formation packages.
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Initial Tax & VAT (BIN) Securing Corporate TIN via NBR and strategic tax holiday applications based on the Company Tax Guide.
2. BEZA Land Clearances
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Lease Agreement Vetting Rigorous legal review of long-term (50-year) land lease deeds. Guidance similar to buying property as a foreigner.
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OSSC Project Registration Facilitating official investment project registration through the BEZA One Stop Service Center.
3. Pre-Operation Licensing
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Factory License Procurement Processing applications with the Department of Inspection for Factories (DIFE).
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Electricity Connection Cert. Liaising with utility boards to secure authorized, stable industrial power connections.
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Environmental Clearance (ECC) Guiding the IEE and obtaining Department of Environment clearance.
4. Commercial Operations
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Occupancy Certificate Securing building occupancy approvals post-construction to validate structural safety.
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Effectiveness Certificate Securing validation post-setup to confirm operational readiness and zoning compliance.
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Commercial Operation Cert. The final legal hurdle: obtaining certification *before* commencement of commercial production.
5. Trade & Repatriation
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Fund Repatriation Advising on repatriation of sales proceeds and managing foreign loan processing.
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Trade Registrations (ERC/IRC) Securing Export and Import Registration Certificates for raw material flow.
6. Operations & Secretarial
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Corporate Secretarial Service Maintaining compliance via Corporate Secretarial Services and Annual Compliance Calendars.
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Audit & MIS Reporting Conducting rigorous statutory audits and deploying Management Information Systems (MIS). Manage Annual Report Filing.
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