Investment framework and opportunities in Bangladesh
Procedures Relative to Foreign Investment
- Freedom of Establishment
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In general there are no restrictions on foreign property or investment.
- Acquisition of Holdings
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There are no obstacles to the acquisition of local companies by foreign investors, which may also purchase companies that are to be privatized. However, four sectors remain restricted to the government: arms and ammunition, forest plantations, nuclear energy, and security printing.
- Obligation to Declare
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Any foreign investment in the garment sector, banks, insurance companies and financial institutions require pre-registration. It is also advisable to register a business entity in order to be eligible for various governmental aid measures.
- Competent Organisation For the Declaration
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Bangladesh Bureau of Investment
Bangladesh Small Cottage and Industry Corporation (BSCIC)
Ministry of Environment
- Requests For Specific Authorisations
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Any foreign investment in the garment sector, banks, insurance companies and financial institutions require pre-registration.
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