TAXATION SERVICES

Comprehensive Tax Advisory, Compliance & Litigation Support in Bangladesh

We support businesses and professionals with comprehensive taxation compliance, documentation, and regulatory liaison services tailored to Bangladeshi tax laws and practice. Our focus is on ensuring full compliance with the Income Tax Act, 2023, VAT & Supplementary Duty Act, 2012, and related rules—while helping clients reduce risks, avoid penalties, and maintain a clean regulatory footprint.

With a deep understanding of statutory requirements and procedural complexities, we work closely with clients to simplify tax processes, strengthen reporting accuracy, and support decision-making in line with evolving tax regulations in Bangladesh.

DIRECT TAX (CORPORATE TAXATION)

We assist corporate clients throughout the entire tax lifecycle—from registration to annual filing, assessment, appeals, and dispute resolution. Our services include:

A. Corporate Tax Registration & Setup

We ensure proper tax onboarding for new and existing entities:

  • ETIN registration and Amendment
  • Maintenance of income year
  • Ensuring proper tax identity Compliance for statutory filing
  • Tax file opening with DCT (Deputy Commissioner of Taxes)

B. Corporate Tax Compliance

We manage all mandatory annual and periodical tax compliance:

  • Preparation, review & submission of Return under Section 177
  • Annual income tax computation with schedules and return filing
  • Quarterly Advance Income Tax (AIT) Calculation & Submission
  • Final settlement of tax liabilities
  • Obtaining the Tax Clearance Certificate
  • Preparation of explanatory notes for tax return

C. Corporate Tax Assessment & Appeal Support

We represent and support clients at every stage of the tax dispute process:

DCT Level:

  • Drafting responses to hearing notices
  • Representing the client during hearings
  • Preparing supporting documents, reconciliations & explanations
  • Handling revised assessments

Appeal & Tribunal Level:

  • Appeal drafting & submission to Commissioner of Taxes (Appeal)
  • Appearing before CT (Appeal)
  • Preparing statements for Tribunal (TAT)
  • Supporting clients in Department-filed appeals
  • Drafting and filing review applications

High Court (Reference Applications):

  • Assisting clients in filing reference applications against TAT decisions
  • Support in seeking stay orders or waiver of deposition of disputed tax
  • Legal coordination with tax lawyers (where necessary)

Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR):

  • Case evaluation & strategy
  • Preparation for ADR hearings
  • Assisting in negotiation & settlement with the NBR panel

D. Certification & Regulatory Correspondence (NBR)

We assist in obtaining important corporate certificates:

  • DTAA-related certificates
  • Non-DTAA residency certificates
  • SRO interpretations & clarification requests
  • Tax refund adjustment applications
  • Correction applications under relevant rules

E. Fund Approval Services

We assist clients in obtaining NBR approval for:

  • Provident Fund
  • Gratuity Fund
  • Workers’ Profit Participation Fund (WPPF)
  • Any regulated or recognized fund requiring tax exemption status

DIRECT TAX (PERSONAL TAXATION)

We provide full-scope support to individuals, expatriates, directors, and professionals.

A. Personal Income Tax Compliance

  • Tax planning and advisory for efficient tax structuring
  • Income tax computation and filing under Income Tax Act 2023
  • Wealth statement preparation
  • Return submission for individuals, directors, foreign workers
  • Obtaining income tax clearance certificates

B. Assessment & Appeal Representation

Just like corporate entities, individuals face assessment and legal proceedings. We provide:

  • Compliance with DCT assessment
  • Support with revised assessments
  • Appeals before CT (Appeal) & Tribunal
  • Correction applications for tax orders
  • Refund adjustment applications
  • Waiver of disputed tax deposit (TAT & High Court)
  • ADR support for settlement
  • Support for litigation & reference applications

INDIRECT TAX (VAT & SD)

We help clients meet compliance requirements under the Value Added Tax and Supplementary Duty Act 2012 and NBR VAT rules.

A. VAT Registration

  • New BIN (VAT Registration)
  • BIN amendment (address, business nature, ownership changes)
  • Branch/Unit registration

B. VAT Monthly Compliance

We prepare, review, and submit:

  • Monthly VAT returns
  • VAT challans (Treasury deposits)
  • VAT payment records & reconciliations
  • Input-output coefficient declaration
  • Debit/Credit notes filing
  • VAT compliance certificate acquisition (where required)

C. VAT Software & Automation Support

Many businesses now require VAT Soft integration. We support:

  • VAT software setup & implementation
  • Checking system accuracy
  • Assisting with e-return compliance
  • Training client’s accounts team

D. VAT Audit, Investigation & Appeal Support

We represent clients before all VAT authorities:

  • VAT Commissionerate
  • VAT Intelligence
  • Customs, Excise & VAT Audit Directorate
  • Customs, Excise & VAT Appellate Tribunal
  • ADR for VAT issues
  • Preparation of explanations, documentation & reconciliations
  • Responding to VAT queries promptly and professionally
  • Filing reference applications to the High Court