The allotment of land in Export Processing Zones (EPZs) involves designating specific areas for businesses engaged in export-oriented activities. These zones offer various benefits, such as streamlined regulations and infrastructure support, to encourage foreign investment and boost exports. The legal basis for the establishment and operation of these zones is provided by the BEPZA Act 1980, which sets out the framework for the Bangladesh Export Processing Zones Authority (BEPZA) to manage and develop EPZs, ensuring a conducive environment for investment and export growth.
Issuing Authority
Name : Bangladesh Export Processing Zones Authority [BEPZA]
Address : BEPZA Complex, House: 19/D, Road: 6, Dhanmondi R/A, Dhaka, Bangladesh
Email : gm-ip@bepza.org, gm-pr@bepza.org
Website : www.bepza.gov.bd
Required list of all documents
- Money Receipt of purchasing the Project Proposal Form from BEPZA. [Original copy]
- Bank Solvency Certificates of all the Sponsors/Directors. [Original]
- Memorandum and Article of Association along with the Certificate of Incorporation. [Original copy duly attested by the Registrar of Joint Stock Companies and Firms]
- Pro-forma Invoice of the machinery to be imported, One set from manufacturer or three sets from reputed suppliers.
- Joint Venture Agreement (if joint venture project) [Original copy]
- Project Feasibility Study Report (if any)
- Marketing/Sales Agreement (if any)
- Audited Balance Sheet
Step by step all process
Step 1 Application to the Executive Chairman, BEPZA: Submit an application to the Executive Chairman of the Bangladesh Export Processing Zones Authority (BEPZA) to initiate the land allotment process.
Step 2 Purchase Proposal Form and Sanction Letter: Acquire and complete the Purchase Proposal Form, available for USD 18.00 or BDT 1000.00. Receive a sanction letter from BEPZA, indicating the approval of your application.
Step 3 Allotment of Land or (SFB) and Lease Agreement: Obtain the allotment of land or a Standard Factory Building (SFB) as per the approval. Enter into a lease agreement for the allotted plot or SFB with BEPZA.
Step 4 Approval of Drawing of Factory Building and Start Commercial Operation: Submit and get approval for the drawing of your factory building from BEPZA. Commence commercial operations in the allotted land or factory building.
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Free schedule
| Application Form | USD 45.00 |
|---|---|
| BEPZA Registration Fee | USD 250.00 |
| In case of land lease agreement six months’ rent is required as security deposit: | For Memorandum of Association, Articles of Association, Certification of Incorporation (domestic companies): a) Dhaka, Chttagong, Comilla, Adamjee Karnaphuli- USD 2200.00 b) Mongla, Ishwardi, Uttara (Nilphamari)- USD 1000.00 For Joint Venture Agreement: a) Dhaka, Chttagong, Comilla, Adamjee Karnaphuli- USD 4125.00 b) Mongla, Ishwardi, Uttara (Nilphamari)- USD 2500.00 |
| In case of Standard Factory Building (SFB) | Three months rent is required as a security deposit |
Official time limit
1 week
Actual time limit
Depends on applicant’s submission of documents
Renewal process
Required list of all documents
- Money Receipt of purchasing the Project Proposal Form from BEPZA. [Original copy]
- Bank Solvency Certificates of all the Sponsors/Directors. [Original]
- Memorandum and Article of Association along with the Certificate of Incorporation.
- Pro-forma Invoice of the machinery to be imported, One set from manufacturer or three sets from reputed suppliers.
- Joint Venture Agreement (if joint venture project) [Original copy]
- Project Feasibility Study Report (if any)
- Marketing/Sales Agreement (if any)
- Audited Balance Sheet