Personal voluntary service. This is offered by one individual — Chowdhury Remon — not an organisation or institution. No certificate, diploma, or formal qualification is issued. Sessions are educational and informal. For certified training, see BTEB. Both online (Zoom/Google Meet) and offline (Dhaka) sessions are available — mention your preference when applying.
Most people in Bangladesh hear the words TIN, VAT, and tax return every year — but very few actually understand what they mean, who they apply to, and what happens if you ignore them. This session explains it all in plain language.
This is educational guidance only — not legal or financial advice. For official tax filing, consult a chartered accountant or visit the NBR directly at nbr.gov.bd.
TIN stands for Taxpayer Identification Number — your unique tax ID issued by the NBR. e-TIN is the same thing, done online. Here is who needs one and why.
VAT (Value Added Tax) is 15% in Bangladesh and applies to most goods and services. If you run a business, you may need to collect it and send it to the government.
Every TIN holder in Bangladesh must file a tax return each year — even if they owe zero tax. Missing the deadline has consequences. Here is what you need to know.
If you earn money from abroad — Upwork, Fiverr, PayPal, or wire transfer — there are specific tax rules. Bangladesh offers a 0% tax exemption on remittance income under certain conditions.
Yes — if you operate a business, own property, have a bank account above BDT 10 lakh, or need to register a vehicle. TIN is required in many situations even if your income is below the taxable threshold.
Yes. e-TIN registration at etaxnbr.gov.bd is completely free. No payment to any third party is required. Be cautious of people who charge money to register a TIN — it is free to do yourself.
TIN holders who do not file by 30 November face penalties including a BDT 2,000 surcharge for the first year of non-filing. Many services that require a TIN certificate now also require proof of return filing.