VAT Registration in Bangladesh | How to Get BIN Certificate from NBR
VAT Registration in Bangladesh | How to Get BIN Certificate from NBR?
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:
- Active Mobile Number & Email
- Trade License (copy)
- TIN Certificate (copy)
- Bank Solvency Certificate (original)
- Memorandum & Articles of Association (for Ltd. companies)
- Lease deed or proof of office ownership
- List of machineries (for manufacturer)
- Passport-size photo of the owner/director
- Import/Export Registration Certificate (if applicable)
- BIDA registration (for foreign or large-scale investors)
Online VAT Registration Steps (via NBR Portal)
- Gather Documents (Scanned copies)
- Visit https://vat.gov.bd
- Create Account/Login
- Fill out Mushak-2.1 (VAT Registration Form)
- Upload Documents
- Submit Application
- NBR Verifies Submission
- 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.
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