Company Registration Cost in Bangladesh: A Complete Fee Breakdown

Accousource
September 4, 2026
3:43 pm

Setting a budget for market entry is one of the first questions every founder and CFO asks us. And it’s a fair one — nobody wants to start a Bangladesh entity only to discover unexpected government fees halfway through.

A foreign company can set up a 100% foreign-owned company in Bangladesh by registering it with the Registrar of Joint Stock Companies and Firms (RJSC). In most cases, there is no requirement to have a Bangladeshi shareholder. However, a few restricted or regulated sectors may have certain limitations or require specific government approvals. Other than these sectors, foreign investors can generally establish and operate a wholly foreign-owned company in Bangladesh, subject to the usual registration and regulatory requirements.

The good news: RJSC (the Registrar of Joint Stock Companies and Firms) publishes a fixed, transparent fee schedule. There’s no guesswork involved — you can calculate your exact registration cost before you begin. This guide walks through every fee, using RJSC’s official schedule, so you know precisely what to budget for.

What Determines Company Registration Cost in Bangladesh?

Your private limited company registration fee in Bangladesh depends on three things:

Authorized capital — the maximum share value your company can issue. RJSC company registration fees are calculated directly based on the declared authorized capital.
Paid up capital — Unlike authorized capital (the maximum limit a company can issue), paid-up capital represents the real funds fully paid into the business by its owners. Beyond initial company registration, the paid-up capital amount directly influences several key operational costs and requirements:
Trade License Fees: Local city corporation and paurashava trade license fees for limited companies scale directly with the declared paid-up capital.
Foreign Investor Work Permits & Visas: BIDA requires foreign-owned entities to maintain a minimum paid-up capital of USD 50,000 to qualify for work permits and investor recommendations.
Annual Import Value:
IRC Initial Registration & Annual Renewal Fees: Fees for the Import Registration Certificate (IRC) are structured into progressive tiers based on declared annual import value limit.

Paid-up capital, by contrast, can be as low as BDT 1 per shareholder and doesn’t directly affect most RJSC fees.

RJSC Registration Fees: Full Breakdown

According to RJSC’s official fee schedule, here’s what a private company pays:

Fee Component	Amount
Name clearance (per proposed name)	BDT 500
Certified Copy MOA+XII+Digital Certificate	BDT 1,520
MOA stamp duty	Tiered — see below
AOA stamp duty	Tiered — see below
Authorized capital registration fee	Tiered — see below

MOA & AOA stamp duty by authorized capital:

Authorized capital registration fee:

Sample Cost by Authorized Capital

Authorized Capital	Name Clearance (a)	Filing Fee (b)	Certified Copy MOA+XI+Digital Certificate (c)	Registration Fee (d)	VAT @ 15% (e)= (a+b+c+d)*15%	Stamp Duty (MOA+AOA) (f)	Total (BDT) (g)= (a+b+c+d+e+f)
BDT 500,000	BDT 500	BDT 1,200	BDT 1,520	BDT 0	BDT 483	BDT 12,300	BDT 16,003
BDT 1,000,000	BDT 500	BDT 1,200	BDT 1,520	BDT 0	BDT 483	BDT 12,300	BDT 16,003
BDT 5,000,000	BDT 500	BDT 1,200	BDT 1,520	BDT 3,200	BDT 963	BDT 32,300	BDT 39,683
BDT 10,000,000	BDT 500	BDT 1,200	BDT 1,520	BDT 9,700	BDT 1,938	BDT 32,300	BDT 47,158
BDT 100,000,000	BDT 500	BDT 1,200	BDT 1,520	BDT 126,700	BDT 19,488	BDT 32,300	BDT 181,708
BDT 500,000,000	BDT 500	BDT 1,200	BDT 1,520	BDT 646,700	BDT 97,488	BDT 52,300	BDT 799,708
BDT 1,000,000,000	BDT 500	BDT 1,200	BDT 1,520	BDT 1,296,700	BDT 194,988	BDT 52,300	BDT 1,547,208

These are the direct government costs only. They don’t include professional service fees, bank charges for treasury stamps always confirm the current figures on the RJSC portal before filing, as government fee schedules can be revised.

Costs Beyond RJSC Registration

Registering with RJSC gives you a Certificate of Incorporation — but you’re not yet operational. Budget separately for:

Trade License — issued by your authority, like as: City Corporation, paurashava; the fee varies based on location and paid-up capital.
E-TIN (Tax Identification Number) — issued by the National Board of Revenue (NBR). No government fees apply to this.
VAT Registration (BIN) — also through NBR, required for most businesses. No government fees apply to this.
Chamber of Commerce membership —

Chamber/Association	Application Form Fee	Membership Fee	Renewal Fee
Dhaka Chamber of Commerce & Industry (DCCI)	BDT 150	BDT 29,350	BDT 10,350
India-Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce & Industry (IBCCI)	BDT 100	BDT 40,000	BDT 20,000
Bangladesh-China Chamber of Commerce & Industry (BCCCI)	–	BDT 35,000	BDT 20,000
Japan-Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce & Industry (JBCCI)	–	BDT 65,000	BDT 25,000
Foreign Investors’ Chamber of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) Ordinary Membership (Above 50% Foreign Shareholding)	–	BDT 325,000	BDT 125,000
Foreign Investors’ Chamber of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) Associate Membership (Above 20%-Below 50% Foreign Shareholding)	–	BDT 300,000	BDT 100,000

Import Registration Certificates (IRC) —

For Commercial and Industrial IRC:

Import Registration Certificates (IRC) —

For Commercial and Industrial IRC:

Annual Import Value	Registration Fee (Including 15% VAT)	Renewal Fee (Including 15% VAT)
Upto BDT 500,000	BDT 5,750	BDT 3,450
BDT 500,001 to BDT 2,500,000	BDT 11,500	BDT 6,900
BDT 2,500,001 to BDT 5,000,000	BDT 27,600	BDT 11,500
BDT 5,000,001 to BDT 10,000,000	BDT 46,000	BDT 17,250
BDT 10,000,001 to BDT 50,000,000	BDT 57,500	BDT 25,300
BDT 50,000,001 to BDT 200,000,000	BDT 69,000	BDT 27,600
BDT 200,000,001 to BDT 500,000,000	BDT 80,500	BDT 32,200
BDT 500,000,001 to BDT 1,000,000,000 or above	BDT 92,000	BDT 36,800

Export Registration Certificates (ERC) — only relevant if you plan to trade internationally.

Particulars	Registration Fee (Including 15% VAT)	Renewal Fee (Including 15% VAT)
ERC – Commercial	BDT 11,500	BDT 8,050
ERC – Indenting Service	BDT 57,500	BDT 28,750
ERC – Multinational	BDT 11,500	BDT 8,050

Please verify current fee amounts for these with the respective authority, as they change periodically and fall outside RJSC’s schedule.

For Foreign Investors: One Extra Cost Factor

If any shareholder is a foreign entity or individual, you’ll also need an Encashment Certificate from your bank confirming the inward remittance of paid-up capital, in line with Bangladesh Bank’s foreign exchange regulations. This isn’t a government fee as such, but banks may charge handling costs for processing the remittance — worth confirming with your bank in advance.

Practical Tips for Budgeting Your Registration

Don't over-set your authorized capital. A higher figure increases both stamp duty and the capital registration fee — set it based on realistic near-term funding needs, not an arbitrary round number. RJSC registration fees scale with Authorized Capital, while Trade License fees and BIDA foreign investor work permit eligibility depend on Paid-Up Capital.
Separate government fees from professional fees. RJSC's schedule covers only government charges; if you engage a consultancy or law firm, request an itemized quote so you can see both clearly.
Budget for the full journey, not just RJSC. Trade license, TIN, and BIN registration are all required before you can legally operate — factor them into your total launch budget.
Confirm fees before filing. Government fee schedules are occasionally revised; check the RJSC portal or ask your consultant to confirm current rates.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Assuming paid-up capital drives RJSC fees. It's authorized capital that matters for most government charges — a common point of confusion for first-time founders. Paid-up capital directly dictates municipal Trade License fees, bank funding commitments, and BIDA work permit/investor visa eligibility (minimum USD 50,000 for foreign entities).
Forgetting stamp duty in the budget. Many founders account for the filing fee but overlook stamp duty, which is often the largest single line item.
Skipping post-registration licenses. A Certificate of Incorporation alone doesn't let you trade, invoice, or hire — trade license, TIN, and BIN are still required.
Import/Export Slab Traps: Mention that setting an arbitrarily high annual import value ceiling on an Import Registration Certificate (IRC) unnecessarily inflates registration and renewal fees.
Refine Fee Scaling Clarity: Emphasize that adding extra capital later incurs additional filing and stamp duty costs, so right-sizing upfront is key.
Underestimating foreign remittance timelines. For foreign shareholders, the Encashment Certificate process can add days to your timeline if not planned for early.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to register a private limited company in Bangladesh?

For a modest authorized capital (up to BDT 1,000,000), total RJSC government fees are approximately BDT 16,003. Costs rise with higher authorized capital — see the table above.

What is the difference between Authorized Capital and Paid-Up Capital for registration costs?

Authorized capital determines your RJSC government registration fees and stamp duties. Paid-up capital determines municipal Trade License fee tiers and serves as the threshold for BIDA foreign investor visa and work permit eligibility.

What is the RJSC name clearance fee?

BDT 500 + 15% VAT per proposed company name, valid for 30 days from approval.

Is stamp duty separate from the registration fee?

Yes. Stamp duty is paid on the MOA and AOA and is calculated separately from RJSC's document filing and capital registration fees.

Does registration cost more for foreign-owned companies?

RJSC's core fee schedule is the same regardless of ownership. However, foreign shareholders incur additional steps — such as obtaining an Encashment Certificate — that may involve separate bank charges.

Are there additional licensing costs after receiving the Certificate of Incorporation?

Yes. To legally operate, you must acquire a municipal Trade License (fees depend on paid-up capital/location) and register for an e-TIN and BIN (VAT). If you plan to import or export goods, you must also budget for IRC or ERC registration fees.

Conclusion

Company registration cost in Bangladesh is more predictable than many founders expect — RJSC’s fee schedule is fixed and public, and the real budgeting challenge is accounting for everything around it: stamp duty, post-registration licenses, and (for foreign investors) remittance-related bank charges.

Getting the authorized capital figure right from the start avoids both overpaying in fees and having to file a costly capital increase later.

Need Help Budgeting Your Bangladesh Entry?

AccouSource works with foreign investors and local founders every day to plan, register, and stay compliant from day one — including accurate, itemized cost estimates before you file anything. Get in touch with our team for a clear breakdown tailored to your specific capital structure and industry.