To obtain an Export Registration Certificate (ERC) in Bangladesh, any individual or company intending to export goods must register with the Office of the Chief Controller of Imports and Exports (CCI&E) under the Ministry of Commerce. Here is a detailed guide:
Steps to Get an Export Registration Certificate (ERC) in Bangladesh
1. Prepare Required Documents
You’ll need to gather the following documents:
1. Trade License (valid and up-to-date)
2. TIN Certificate (Tax Identification Number)
3. VAT Registration Certificate
4. Bank Solvency Certificate from a scheduled bank
5. Membership Certificate from a recognized trade body (e.g., DCCI, BGMEA, FBCCI)
6. National ID Card / Passport of the owner/director
7. Company Incorporation Certificate (for limited companies)
8. Memorandum and Articles of Association (for limited companies)
9. Partnership Deed (for partnerships, if applicable)
10. Recent Passport Size Photos of owner/directors
2. Pay the Treasury Challan
Deposit the required ERC registration fee through Treasury Challan to any Sonali Bank or Bangladesh Bank branch under:
• Code: 1-1731-0001-1801
Export Registration Certificate (ERC) Fees as below:
For new ERC: BDT 10,000/- (Excluding VAT)
For yearly renewal of ERC: BDT 7,000/- (Excluding VAT)
(15% VAT applicable)
3. Submit Application to CCI&E
Submit the application along with all supporting documents and Treasury Challan to your regional CCI&E office.
You can also apply online via:
http://www.ccie.gov.bd
4. Verification Process
The CCI&E office will verify your documents. If anything is missing or unclear, they may ask for clarification or additional submissions.
5. Issuance of ERC
Once the verification is complete and everything is in order, CCI&E will issue your Export Registration Certificate. It is typically valid for 1 year and must be renewed annually.