📌 What is a BIN Certificate?

A Business Identification Number (BIN) is a unique 13-digit code issued by the National Board of Revenue (NBR) for businesses operating in Bangladesh. It’s essential for VAT compliance, filing tax returns, participating in government tenders, importing/exporting, and more.

⚖️ Legal Authority

• Issuing Authority: National Board of Revenue (NBR)
• Website: https://www.nbr.gov.bd
• Applicable Law: VAT & Supplementary Duty Act, 2012

✅ Who Needs VAT Registration?

You must register for VAT and obtain a BIN certificate if:

• Your annual turnover exceeds the NBR threshold.
• You are a manufacturer, importer, exporter, service provider, or supplier.
• You plan to participate in government tenders or import/export activities, regardless of turnover.

📋 Documents Required for VAT Registration

To apply for BIN (VAT) registration, prepare the following:

1. Active Mobile Number & Email
2. Trade License (copy)
3. TIN Certificate (copy)
4. Bank Solvency Certificate (original)
5. Memorandum & Articles of Association (for Ltd. companies)
6. Lease deed or proof of office ownership
7. List of machineries (for manufacturer)
8. Passport-size photo of the owner/director
9. Import/Export Registration Certificate (if applicable)
10. BIDA registration (for foreign or large-scale investors)

💻 Online VAT Registration Steps (via NBR Portal)

1. Gather Documents (Scanned copies)
2. Visit https://vat.gov.bd
3. Create Account/Login
4. Fill out Mushak-2.1 (VAT Registration Form)
5. Upload Documents
6. Submit Application
7. NBR Verifies Submission
8. Receive BIN Certificate (Mushak-2.3)

⏱️ Timeline: Typically 2–5 working days
💸 Cost: Free of charge

🧾 Sample Details in Form VAT 2.1:

• Business Name & Type (Proprietorship/Partnership/Company)
• Business Activities (Manufacturing/Service/Trading)
• Trade License, TIN, Address
• Ownership Type (Rental/Owned)
• Details of Main Product or Service
• Input & Output Tax Information

✅ Benefits of Having a BIN Certificate

• Legal Compliance: Operate your business without penalty.
• Business Banking: Open accounts, apply for loans.
• Bidding Tenders: Mandatory for government/private tenders.
• Import/Export: BIN is required for customs documentation.
• Tax Filing: Enables proper VAT return submissions.

📌 Post-Registration Obligations

📅 Monthly VAT Return Filing:

Once BIN is obtained, VAT returns must be submitted every month by the 15th using the NBR VAT Online Portal.

• Penalty applies for non-filing or late submission
• You can declare input tax credit against purchases
• Zero VAT or No Transaction returns must also be filed

A registered businesses must:

• Display BIN certificate at business locations.
• Issue VAT invoices (Mushak 6.3).
• Pay VAT collected from customers within deadlines.

Non-compliance may result in penalties and audit risks

🚀 Get Your BIN and Stay Compliant!

Registering for VAT and obtaining your BIN is not just a legal requirement, it’s a vital step in professionalizing your business and building trust with buyers, partners, and the government.

🤝 Need Help with BIN or VAT Registration?

At amarConsultant, we provide expert support with:

✅ BIN/VAT Registration
✅ NBR VAT Portal Setup
✅ Monthly VAT Return Filing
✅ Compliance Advisory
✅ Audit Handling
✅ Turnover Tax & Exemption Management

Author: 

Gias Uddin CAP, ITP

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