Investment Cost

The cost of doing business in Bangladesh is highly competitive in comparison to other economies in the region. Following table summarizes the relevant costs which will help to take investment decision.

Table: Doing Business in Bangladesh - Summary of Costs

Land
(US$)         
Average price of developed land in the different industrial belts varies depending on location (price per square meter).
10.0-15.0
Construction
Average per square meter
100-125
Gas Tariff
Average per '000 cubic meter
64
Power Tariff 
Average per kW/h
0.07
Human Resources: Labor Force
Average per month depending on skill level
50-100
Human Resources : Management
Mid-Level : Average US$ per annum
6000
Top-Level : Average US$ per annum
30000
Sea Freight (in US$ Approx.)
Destinations
20'FCL
40'FCL
Major European Ports
900
1,800
USA - East Coast (NY)
2,000
3,000
USA - West Coast (LA)
1,900
2,550
Canada (Toronto / Montreal)
2,700
3,700
Australia (Melbourne)
800
1,600
New Zealand (Auckland)
1,250
2,400
Hong Kong
500
900
UAE (Dubai)
800
1,600
Tax Structure
Personal Income:
On the first Tk. 100,000
Nil
On the next Tk. 50,000
10%
On the next Tk. 150,000
18%
On the balance
25%
  • Corporate Income: 
Industrial companies with Public Share
35%
All Other Public and Private companies
40%

Source: Board of Investment, Bangladesh

Further details.. BOI Handbook 2007(Chapter 5)