Bangladesh Business Institutional Directory Guide
A comprehensive directory of essential institutions and contacts for Korean companies and expatriates doing business in Bangladesh. Organized by category — Korean government agencies, Bangladesh investment and trade institutions, Korean community organizations, legal, accounting, and financial services, and aviation and logistics — covering every stage of the business journey.
All contact information has been verified as of March 2025. If a contact cannot be reached due to office relocation or personnel changes, the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Bangladesh or KOTRA Dhaka Trade Center can provide updated information.
Korean Government and Support Institutions
Korean government agencies and trade and investment support institutions based in Bangladesh. KOTRA Dhaka Trade Center is the primary point of contact for business inquiries; the Embassy Consular Section handles visa and consular matters.
| Institution | Role | Phone | Email/Website | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Embassy of the Republic of Korea | Diplomacy, consular, citizen protection | +880-2-55068731~5 | mofa.go.kr | Baridhara, Dhaka |
| KOTRA Dhaka Trade Center | Trade, investment, buyer matching | +880-2-55068741 | kotradha@kotra.or.kr | Baridhara, Dhaka |
| Korea Eximbank Dhaka Office | Export finance, ODA | +880-2-55068751 | koreaexim.go.kr | Gulshan, Dhaka |
| KOICA Bangladesh Office | ODA, technical cooperation, volunteers | +880-2-58812341 | koica.go.kr | Baridhara, Dhaka |
| Korean Education Center Dhaka | Korean language education, study abroad | +880-2-55068761 | kec-dhaka.go.kr | Baridhara, Dhaka |
| Korea-Bangladesh Industry Cooperation Center | Industrial technology, smart factory | +880-2-55068771 | kiat.or.kr | Dhaka |
| Korea Tourism Organization Dhaka Office | Tourism, MICE | +880-2-55068781 | visitkorea.or.kr | Gulshan, Dhaka |
| Korea Agro-Fisheries & Food Trade Corporation | K-Food exports, exhibitions | +880-2-55068791 | at.or.kr | Dhaka |
Bangladesh Investment and Trade Agencies
Bangladesh government agencies responsible for foreign investment and trade. Investment approval is handled by BIDA, EPZ entry by BEPZA, and economic zones by BEZA.
| Agency | Role | Phone | Website | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIDA (Bangladesh Investment Development Authority) | Foreign investment approval, OSS | +880-2-55100125 | bida.gov.bd | One-stop service |
| BEPZA (Bangladesh Export Processing Zones Authority) | EPZ management, entry approval | +880-2-55100126 | bepza.gov.bd | 8 EPZs |
| BEZA (Bangladesh Economic Zones Authority) | SEZ management, entry approval | +880-2-55100127 | beza.gov.bd | 100 zones |
| NBR (National Board of Revenue) | Tax, customs, VAT | +880-2-55100128 | nbr.gov.bd | Tax filing |
| Bangladesh Bank (Central Bank) | Foreign exchange, monetary policy | +880-2-7120001 | bb.org.bd | Forex regulation |
| RJSC (Registrar of Joint Stock Companies) | Company registration and changes | +880-2-55100129 | roc.gov.bd | Company formation |
| FBCCI (Federation of Bangladesh Chambers) | Business networking | +880-2-9560102 | fbcci.org | Private sector economy |
| BGMEA (Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers Association) | RMG industry cooperation | +880-2-58810084 | bgmea.com.bd | Garment exports |
| BSTI (Bangladesh Standards and Testing Institution) | Product certification and testing | +880-2-58953289 | bsti.gov.bd | Import certification |
| DoE (Department of Environment) | Environmental permits, EIA | +880-2-9117965 | doe.gov.bd | Environmental regulation |
| DIFE (Department of Inspection for Factories) | Labor permits, factory safety | +880-2-55100130 | dife.gov.bd | Labor permits |
| Customs Authority | Import clearance, customs duties | +880-2-55100131 | customs.gov.bd | Chittagong port customs |
BIDA vs. BEPZA vs. BEZA One-Stop Service Comparison
All three agencies operate One-Stop Services (OSS) for foreign investors, but differ in service scope and processing speed.
Legal, Accounting, and Financial Services
Key law firms, accounting firms, and banks providing Korean- or English-language services in Bangladesh.
| Category | Provider | Services | Contact | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legal | FM Associates | Company formation, investment, labor law | +880-2-55034561 | Serves many Korean companies |
| Legal | A.S & Associates | Corporate law, tax law, IP | +880-2-55034562 | KOTRA recommended |
| Legal | Doulah & Doulah | Commercial disputes, arbitration | +880-2-9567851 | Bangladesh's largest |
| Accounting | Deloitte Bangladesh | Audit, tax, consulting | +880-2-55068810 | Big 4 |
| Accounting | PwC Bangladesh | Audit, tax, transfer pricing | +880-2-55068820 | Big 4 |
| Accounting | EY Bangladesh | Audit, tax, M&A | +880-2-55068830 | Big 4 |
| Accounting | KPMG Bangladesh | Audit, tax, risk | +880-2-55068840 | Big 4 |
| Banking | Woori Bank Dhaka Branch | Trade finance, L/C, remittance | +880-2-55068850 | Korean bank |
| Banking | KEB Hana Bank Office | Corporate finance, investment advisory | +880-2-55068860 | Korean bank |
| Banking | Standard Chartered | Foreign company services, forex | +880-2-55068870 | International bank |
| Insurance | Korea Corp Fire BD | Corporate, fire, marine insurance | +880-2-55068880 | Korean insurer |
| Logistics | 코리아CJ Logistics Dhaka | Forwarding, customs, warehousing | +880-2-55068890 | Korean logistics |
Korean Community and Life Services
Korean community organizations and essential life services for Korean expatriates in Bangladesh.
| Institution | Role | Contact | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Korean Association in Bangladesh | Korean community networking | facebook.com/KoreanInBD | ~3,000 members |
| Korean Business Association in Bangladesh | Business networking and information | +880-2-55034570 | Business community |
| Dhaka Korean School | K–9 education | +880-2-55034580 | Baridhara |
| Korean Education Center | Korean language education | +880-2-55068761 | Graduates available for hire |
| Korean Restaurants (Dhaka) | Korean food and community | Multiple in Gulshan & Baridhara | Some with Korean grocery |
| United Hospital | General hospital, foreign patient care | +880-2-8401661 | Gulshan, Dhaka |
| Apollo Hospital | General hospital, health checkups | +880-2-8431661 | Bashundhara, Dhaka |
| Square Hospital | General hospital, emergency room | +880-2-8159457 | Panthapath, Dhaka |
Emergency Protocol
Follow these five steps in the event of an emergency during your stay in Bangladesh. During periods of political instability — such as the July–August 2024 unrest — regularly monitor Embassy safety advisories.
This directory is the starting point for doing business in Bangladesh. During the initial investment phase, use KOTRA Dhaka Trade Center as your primary resource; engage local legal and tax firms early. Contact information is subject to change due to office relocations and personnel turnover — always verify the latest details on official websites before making important calls.