Trade Licensing Services
A Trade License is a mandatory legal authorization required by any individual or corporate entity wishing to conduct business in Bangladesh.
A Trade License is a mandatory legal authorization required by any individual or corporate entity wishing to conduct business in Bangladesh. Whether you operate a small retail shop or a large multinational corporation, obtaining this license is the first step toward legitimate commercial operation.
The legal foundation for Trade Licensing in Bangladesh is primarily rooted in the Dhaka City Corporation Ordinance 1983 and the Municipal Taxation Rules 1986. Operating any business without a valid trade license is considered illegal and can lead to significant penalties, legal action, or business closure.
Issuing Authorities
Licenses are issued by local government bodies based on the location of the business:
- Dhaka North & South City Corporations
- Municipalities (Pourashavas)
- Zilla, Upazila, and Union Parishads
How We Help
At Pioneer BizCare, we take the hassle out of the application process. We handle the entire documentation cycle, from collecting the correct forms (North/South Zone) to final delivery.
Comprehensive Documentation Support
We manage the preparation and submission of all required documents, including:
- Identification: National ID card (NID) and recent passport-size photographs.
- Premises Proof: Recent rental agreements or ownership deeds, along with the latest Holding Tax payment receipts.
- Corporate Documents: For companies and firms, we provide the Memorandum of Association (MoA), Articles of Association (AoA), Certificate of Incorporation, or Partnership Agreement.
- Financial & Tax Records: TIN Certificate and a Statement of Bank Solvency.
- Legal Declarations: Drafting of the required declaration on non-judicial stamp paper to abide by City Corporation/Municipality regulations.
- Specialist Clearances: For foreign investors, we manage Work Permits from BIDA; for industrial entities, we assist with Fire Licenses and Environmental Clearances.
Our End-to-End Service Flow
- Form Selection: Identifying and securing the correct application form (Form K for general trade, Form I for industries) based on your business type and location.
- Liaison & Processing: Our team handles the frequent visits to the relevant City Corporation or Zonal offices.
- Fee Management: We coordinate the payment of government fees, which are determined by the nature and scale of your business.
- License Delivery: We complete the process and hand over the physical Trade License book to you.
Annual Renewal
Trade Licenses are typically issued for one year and must be renewed annually (usually between July and September). We offer automated renewal reminders and management services to ensure your business remains compliant year after year without interruption.