A Retail Pesticide License is mandated by The Pesticide Ordinance 2018 and The Pesticide Rules 1985, as stipulated in the Bangladesh Gazette, Extra, August 3, 2010. This legal requirement authorizes businesses to sell pesticides to consumers, ensuring compliance with regulations, accurate product information dissemination, and adherence to safety protocols in storage and handling
Issuing Office:
Name: Department of Agricultural Extension (DAE)
Address: Deputy Director, Agricultural Laboratory Building, Khamar Bari, Farmgate, Dhaka
Email : ddaedhaka@gmail.com
Web : www.dae.gov.bd
Required list of Documents
1. Application Form (Form 8)
2. Trade License (Original Copy)
3. Description of Shop
4. NID Certificate (Original Copy)
5. Treasury Challan (Original)
6. Deed of Agreement for shop (Original Copy)
7. Citizen Certificate from Union Parishad (If required)
Step by step process
Step 1 Collect & Submit application form:
The applicant visits the respective Thana office or Metro Office of the Department of Agricultural Extension (DAE) to collect the application form. After depositing the required fee at a designated bank and obtaining the Treasury Challan, the applicant submits the completed form (Form no. 8) along with all required documents and the Treasury Challan to the DAE office.
Step 2 Verification of Application:
Upon receiving the application, the respective Officer at the DAE office verifies the details and documents submitted. This step involves checking the accuracy and completeness of the application to ensure it meets all regulatory requirements.
Step 3 Inspection by Agricultural Extension Officer: The Agricultural Extension Officer schedules an inspection of the applicant’s shop. During this inspection, the officer checks the premises for compliance with safety and regulatory standards required for selling pesticides.
Step 4 Forwarding & Approval: If the inspection is satisfactory, the Thana office or Metro Office forwards the application, along with all verified documents and inspection reports, to the District office of the DAE. The Additional Deputy Director reviews and approves the application, prepares the retail license, and sends it back to the Thana office or Metro Office.
Step 5 Issuance of Retail License: Finally, the Thana office or Metro Office contacts the applicant to collect the retail license. The applicant receives the license, officially authorizing them to retail pesticides, completing the licensing process.
Fee Schedule:
License Fee 300.00
- 15% VAT on License fee
Official timeline
30 Days
Actual timeline
Renewal Process
Required list of Documents
1. Application Form (Renewal form)
2. Trade License (Original copy)
3. Description of Shop
4. NID Certificate (Original copy)
5. Treasury Challan (Original)
6. Deed of Agreement for shop (Original copy)
7. Citizen Certificate from Union Parishad (If required)
Step by step process
Step 1 Collect and Submit Application Form: The process begins with the applicant visiting the local Thana office or Metro Office of the Department of Agricultural Extension (DAE) to obtain the application form. After paying the required fee at a designated bank and obtaining the Treasury Challan, the applicant submits the completed application form (Form no. 8) along with all necessary documents and the Treasury Challan to the DAE office.
Step 2 Verification of Application: Upon receiving the application, a designated officer at the DAE office carefully verifies the submitted details and documents. This verification process ensures that the application is accurate, complete, and compliant with all regulatory standards.
Step 3 Inspection by Agricultural Extension Officer: Following the verification, an Agricultural Extension Officer schedules an inspection of the applicant’s shop. During this inspection, the officer assesses the premises to ensure they comply with the safety and regulatory standards required for retailing pesticides.
Step 4 Forwarding and Approval: If the inspection results are satisfactory, the Thana office or Metro Office forwards the application, along with all verified documents and inspection reports, to the District office of the DAE. The Additional Deputy Director at the District office reviews and approves the application, prepares the retail license, and sends it back to the Thana office or Metro Office.
Step 5 Issuance of Retail License: The Thana office or Metro Office then notifies the applicant to collect their renewal certificate. The applicant receives the license, which officially authorizes them to retail pesticides, thereby completing the licensing process.
Fee Schedule:
Renewal Fee BDT 200.00
Duplicate License fee (if needed) BDT 100.00
Official timeline
Actual timeline