An environmental clearance certificate is a crucial document ensuring compliance with environmental regulations for proposed projects in Bangladesh. Governed by the Bangladesh Environment Conservation Act 1995 (amendment 2010) and the Bangladesh Environment Conservation Rules 2010, this certificate validates that projects, from construction to manufacturing, meet rigorous environmental standards. It promotes sustainable practices while supporting economic growth, safeguarding environmental health.
Issuing authority
Name: Department of Environment
Address: Paribesh Bhaban, Head Office, Divisional Office & District Office of Department of Environment, Ministry of Environment & Forests
Email: dg@doe.gov.bd
Website : www.doe.gov.bd/
Required list of all documents
- Application Form for Environmental Clearance Certificate (Form-3) [Also Online Application]
- Project Profile/DPP/Feasibility Study Report/General Information Applicable if necessary]
- Treasury Chalan (Fee + VAT 15%)
- NOC from local Chairman/ Ward Commissioner
- Location Map and Layout of Plant/Factory
- Details of Product with Raw Materials and Process Flow Diagram [Applicable if necessary]
- Ownership Deed of the Plant [Applicable if necessary]
- Mouza Map/ Khotian and Land Stain of Project
- Trade License
- Ownership Deed of the Plant
- Waste management
- License/Opinion/NoC from concerned Government Authority [Applicable if necessary]
Step by step all process
Step 1 Application form collection & submission: To begin the process of obtaining an environmental clearance certificate, applicants access and complete the required forms from the Department of Environment (DoE) website. Simultaneously, they deposit the specified fee via treasury challan at a designated bank and compile necessary documents as per the DoE checklist. Subsequently, applicants submit all forms and documents to the nearest DoE office, initiating the formal application process.
Step 2 Document Verification, Field Investigation, and Assessment: After submitting the application and required documents, the Department of Environment (DoE) conducts a detailed review. Officials verify document completeness and compliance with regulations. Simultaneously, DoE conducts a field investigation at the applicant’s site, assessing factors like sound and carbon emissions to ensure compliance with environmental standards.
Step 3 Approval and Collection: If satisfied with all submitted documents and field investigation results, DoE officials approve the environmental clearance certificate for installation. The applicant collects the approved environmental clearance certificate from the DoE office for installation purposes.
Fee schedule
Value of Generator (BDT) Environmental Clearance Certificate Fee (BDT)
1 lac - 5 lac 1500
5 lac-10 lac 3000
10 lac-50 lac 5000
50 lac -1 crore 10000
1 crore - 5 crore 20000
5 crore - 20 crore 40000
20 crore - 50 crore 80000
50 crore -100 crore 120000
100 crore - 200 crore 200000
200 crore - 500 crore 300000
500 crore -1000 crore 400000
More than 1000 crore 500000
Official time limit
Situational-15 days Environmental- 07 days
Actual time limit
Renewal process
Required list of all documents
- Application Form for Renewal of Environmental Clearance Certificate [Also Online Application]
- General Information Form [Original copy]
- Treasury Chalan [Fee + VAT 15%]
- Compliance and Monitoring Report
Step by step all process
Step 1 Arrange Documents, Deposit Fee, and Submit to DoE Office: The applicant arranges all required documents, fills them out, and deposits the environmental clearance fee at the designated bank using a treasury Chalan. After obtaining the treasury Chalan receipt from the bank, the applicant submits all documents along with the treasury Chalan receipt to the Department of Environment (DoE) office.
Step 2 Document Verification and Field Investigation: Officials from the DoE office verify the submitted documents. They also conduct a field investigation to assess sound levels and examine carbon emission levels associated with the project.
Step 3 Approval and Receipt of Renewal of Environmental Clearance Certificate: If officials are satisfied with the submitted documents and field investigation results, they approve the renewal of the Environmental Clearance Certificate. Upon approval, the applicant receives the renewed Environmental Clearance Certificate.
Fee schedule
The Environmental Clearance Certificate fee is 1/4th of the previous Treasury Chalan/ Environmental Clearance Fee + 15% VAT
Official time limit
Situational/Site Clearance -15 days Environmental- 07 days
Actual time limit