Practice Area / Investment Law
Foreign Direct Investment Law in Bangladesh
Legal counsel for international entities navigating the Bangladesh investment landscape. We provide support for market entry, regulatory compliance, and investment protection.
Capabilities & Services
Company Formation
Assistance with the incorporation of subsidiaries, branch offices, and liaison offices. Registration through the Invest Bangladesh OSS portal typically takes 1-3 working days.Regulatory Compliance
Guidance through the requirements of Invest Bangladesh and Bangladesh Bank, managing statutory obligations in accordance with the Companies Act, 1994.Due Diligence
Legal and regulatory risk assessments for acquisitions and new ventures, identifying potential liabilities before capital commitment.M&A Support
Legal support for mergers and acquisitions, including deal structuring, negotiation, and regulatory approval facilitation.Contractual Frameworks
Drafting and negotiation of joint venture agreements, shareholder agreements, and commercial contracts for cross-border operations.Dispute Resolution
Representation in international arbitration and domestic litigation, protecting investor interests under bilateral treaties and the Arbitration Act, 2001.Regulatory Framework
Bangladesh maintains a legal framework designed to promote and protect foreign private investment. Our counsel is grounded in the primary statutes governing the sector:Invest Bangladesh Act 2026
The current framework establishing Invest Bangladesh as the unified apex investment agency.Foreign Private Investment Act, 1980
The foundational law ensuring the promotion and protection of foreign investment.Companies Act, 1994
Governing the registration and operation of corporate entities.Foreign Exchange Regulation Act, 1947
Regulating the movement of capital and repatriation of profits.
Investment Sectors
We provide legal support across Bangladesh's industries, facilitating investment in:Industrial & Manufacturing
Ready-Made Garments (RMG) — currently the world's second largest exporter — textiles, leather goods, and agro-processing.Technology & Services
Information Technology (IT), Business Process Outsourcing (BPO), and the telecommunications market.Infrastructure & Energy
Power generation projects, port development, and renewable energy initiatives.Investment Incentives
Foreign investors in Bangladesh may qualify for fiscal incentives. Under current regulations, 100% foreign ownership is permitted in most sectors.Tax Holidays
Exemptions ranging from 5 to 10 years for qualified investments in priority sectors and specific geographic locations.Capital Incentives
Accelerated depreciation allowances and customs duty exemptions on imported machinery for industrial projects.Profit Repatriation
Full repatriation of profits, dividends, and capital gains in accordance with central bank regulations.Secure Your Investment
Consult with our legal team to structure your Bangladesh market entry in accordance with regulatory requirements.Explore Our Firm
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