Tax compliance in Bangladesh is a moving target laws, SROs (Statutory Regulatory Orders), and NBR circulars change frequently, and even routine matters like return filing carry real financial and legal risk if mishandled. Per Se Legal advises individuals and businesses on tax planning, compliance, and dispute resolution under the Income Tax Act, 2023, the VAT and Supplementary Duty Act, 2012, and the Customs Act, 2023.
Income Tax Advisory & Compliance
- Individual and corporate e-TIN registration
- Income tax return preparation and filing for individuals, partnerships, and companies
- Advance income tax (AIT) and tax deducted at source (TDS) compliance
- Advisory on allowable deductions, exemptions, and tax-efficient structuring within the law
- Withholder Identification Number (WIN) compliance for entities required to withhold tax
- Capital gains tax advisory, including on transfer of land and property
- Tax implications of gifts, inheritance, and wealth transfers
VAT (Value Added Tax) Matters
- VAT registration and Business Identification Number (BIN) compliance
- VAT return filing and input-output tax credit advisory
- Advisory on VAT rates, exemptions, and Supplementary Duty applicability
- Representation in VAT assessment and audit proceedings
Customs & Trade Taxation
- Advisory on customs duty, assessment, and valuation disputes under the Customs Act, 2023
- Import-export documentation and customs compliance
- Representation before Customs authorities in classification and valuation disputes
Tax Disputes & Litigation
- Representation in income tax assessment proceedings before tax authorities
- Appeals before the Commissioner of Taxes (Appeals) and the Taxes Appellate Tribunal
- Appeals before the Customs, Excise and VAT Appellate Tribunal
- References and appeals before the High Court Division on questions of law
- Defense in tax evasion and penalty proceedings, including matters involving fake or fraudulently used TIN
- Advisory and representation in NBR audits and show-cause notices
Corporate & Business Tax Planning
- Tax-efficient structuring for new business formation and corporate restructuring
- Advisory for foreign investors on double taxation and repatriation of profits
- Tax compliance advisory for e-commerce and digital businesses
- Advisory on tax obligations for non-resident Bangladeshis (NRBs) and remittance income
Penalties & Compliance Risk
- Advisory on penalties for late or non-filing of returns, and for inadequate record-keeping under the Income Tax Act, 2023
- Representation in cases involving penalties for use of a false or fraudulent TIN
- Guidance on voluntary disclosure and regularization options where available
Why Per Se Legal Tax matters rarely exist in isolation a corporate restructuring, a property transfer, or a business closure almost always carries tax consequences that need to be planned for in advance rather than discovered after the fact. We work to catch these issues early, so clients avoid unnecessary penalties, disputes, or missed opportunities for legitimate tax efficiency.