Bangladesh

Currency
Bangladeshi taka (BDT)
Payroll Frequency
Monthly
Employer Taxes
32.50%

About 

Bangladesh

Bangladesh, located in South Asia, is the world's eighth-most populous country and one of the most densely populated nations. It shares borders with India and Myanmar and has a coastline along the Bay of Bengal.

Overview

Population
161,376,708
Language
Bengali
Capital
Dhaka
Currency
Bangladeshi taka (BDT)
Country code
+880
Min wage
1500 BDT/month
Working hours
8 hours per day
Weekdays
Saturday to Thursday
Work hours per week
48 hours per week

Payroll

Cycle

Monthly

Avg employer tax

32.50%

Taxation

Tax breakdown - Employer
Corporate Tax
32.5%
Payroll Taxes
Ranges from 10% to 30%

Withholding Tax (for Non-Residents):

Dividends
20%
Interest Income
20%
VAT

15%

Holidays / PTO

Public holidays in 2024
  • 21 Feb: Shaheed Day
  • 17 Mar: Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's Birthday
  • 18 Mar: Shab e-Barat
  • 26 Mar: Independence Day
  • 14 Apr: Bengali New Year
  • 28 Apr: Laylat al-Qadr
  • 29 Apr: Jumatul Bidah
  • 1 May: May Day
  • 2 May: Eid ul-Fitr Holiday
  • 3 May: Eid ul-Fitr
  • 4 May: Eid ul-Fitr Holiday
  • 16 May: Buddha Purnima
  • 9 Jul: Eid ul-Adha Holiday
  • 10 Jul: Eid ul-Adha
  • 11 Jul: Eid ul-Adha Holiday
  • 9 Aug: Ashura
  • 15 Aug: National Mourning Day
  • 19 Aug: Shuba Janmashtami
  • 5 Oct: Vijaya Dashami
  • 9 Oct: Eid-e-Milad un-Nabi
  • 16 Dec: Victory Day
  • 25 Dec: Christmas Day

NB - Although Bangladesh has 21 days of national holidays each year, employees are only entitled to take 11 of them off as paid holiday, and it is the employer’s choice as to which ones. Some of these dates are estimates and yet to be confirmed.

Sick days

Employees are entitled to 14 days of paid sick leave annually. A medical certificate is required to avail of this leave.

Maternity leave

Female employees are entitled to 16 weeks (eight weeks before and eight weeks after childbirth) of fully paid maternity leave.

Paternity leave

Currently, there is no statutory provision for paternity leave in Bangladesh.

Termination Process

Process

Termination due to physical or mental ailments entitles employees to severance pay. However, those terminated for misconduct or criminal offenses are not eligible for severance or notice.

Notice Period

Permanent employees must provide 60 days' notice; temporary employees must give 30 days (skilled) or 14 days (unskilled). Employers must provide 120 days' notice for monthly-rated workers and 60 days for others, or offer payment in lieu of notice.

Severance Pay

Employees with at least one year of service are entitled to 30 days' wages for each year worked.

Probation Period

Six months for clerical workers and three months for others.

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Tax Calculation

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Employer cost
Total monthly cost of employment
GBP 9,633
Gross monthly salary costs
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes and contributions
GBP 8,334
Employee cost
Net monthly salary
GBP 5,137
Gross monthly salary
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes & social security
GBP 8,334
Employer cost
Total yearly cost of employment
GBP 9,633
Gross yearly salary costs
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes and contributions
GBP 8,334
Employee cost
Net yearly salary
GBP 5,137
Gross yearly salary
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes & social security
GBP 8,334
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Bangladesh

Bangladesh, located in South Asia, is the world's eighth-most populous country and one of the most densely populated nations. It shares borders with India and Myanmar and has a coastline along the Bay of Bengal.
Contractor Management
EOR
Payroll
Contractor of Record
Currency
Bangladeshi taka (BDT)
Payroll Frequency
Monthly
Employer Taxes
32.50%

Overview

Population
161,376,708
Language
Bengali
Capital
Dhaka
Currency
Bangladeshi taka (BDT)
Country code
+880
Min wage
1500 BDT/month
Working hours
8 hours per day
Weekdays
Saturday to Thursday
Work hours per week
48 hours per week

Payroll

Salaried Employees
Monthly
Time-Based Employees
Avg employer tax

32.50%

Tax Breakdown

Corporate Tax
32.5%
Payroll Taxes
Ranges from 10% to 30%

Withholding Tax (for Non-Residents):

Dividends
20%
Interest Income
20%

VAT

VAT

15%

Tax Calculation for Bangladesh
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Employer cost
Total monthly cost of employment
GBP 9,633
Gross monthly salary costs
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes and contributions
GBP 8,334
Employee cost
Net monthly salary
GBP 5,137
Gross monthly salary
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes & social security
GBP 8,334
Employer cost
Total yearly cost of employment
GBP 9,633
Gross yearly salary costs
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes and contributions
GBP 8,334
Employee cost
Net yearly salary
GBP 5,137
Gross yearly salary
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes & social security
GBP 8,334
Request a detailed quotation
How it works

Onboarding Process

Onboarding in Bangladesh typically includes the following steps to ensure a smooth transition for new hires:

Defining Hiring Needs

Clearly outline the roles and responsibilities.

Understanding Compliance Requirements

Ensure adherence to local labor laws.

Choosing Hiring Methods

Decide between direct hiring or using agencies.

Developing Recruitment Strategies

Craft effective job postings and selection processes.

Conducting Interviews

Assess candidates thoroughly.

Issuing Employment Contracts

Provide contracts detailing terms and conditions.

Pre-boarding

Pre-boarding

Pre-boarding

Key Elements of an Employment Contract in Bangladesh
When drafting an employment contract for employees in Bangladesh, the following key elements should be included:
  • Working hours
  • Nature of work
  • Job title
  • Salary
  • Leave entitlements
  • Termination procedures

Note:

  • Employment contracts in Bangladesh are governed by the Bangladesh Labor Act 2006 and the Bangladesh Labor Rules 2015.
  • A letter of appointment may be used where a written employment contract is unavailable.

Personal Details

Name, contact information, and role of the employee.

Employee Leave Policies

Sick days

Employees are entitled to 14 days of paid sick leave annually. A medical certificate is required to avail of this leave.

Maternity leave

Female employees are entitled to 16 weeks (eight weeks before and eight weeks after childbirth) of fully paid maternity leave.

Paternity leave

Currently, there is no statutory provision for paternity leave in Bangladesh.

21 Public holidays in Bangladesh

In 2025, Bangladesh observes 21 national holidays. However, employees are entitled to 11 paid holidays, selected at the employer's discretion. Some dates are subject to confirmation.

21st
Shaheed Day
17th
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's Birthday
18th
Shab e-Barat
26th
Independence Day
14th
Bengali New Year
28th
Laylat al-Qadr
29th
Jumatul Bidah
1st
May Day
2nd
Eid ul-Fitr Holiday
3rd
Eid ul-Fitr
4th
Eid ul-Fitr Holiday
16th
Buddha Purnima
9th
Eid ul-Adha Holiday
10th
Eid ul-Adha
11th
Eid ul-Adha Holiday
9th
Ashura
15th
National Mourning Day
19th
Shuba Janmashtami
5th
Vijaya Dashami
9th
Eid-e-Milad un-Nabi
16th
Victory Day
25th
Christmas Day
  • 21 Feb: Shaheed Day
  • 17 Mar: Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's Birthday
  • 18 Mar: Shab e-Barat
  • 26 Mar: Independence Day
  • 14 Apr: Bengali New Year
  • 28 Apr: Laylat al-Qadr
  • 29 Apr: Jumatul Bidah
  • 1 May: May Day
  • 2 May: Eid ul-Fitr Holiday
  • 3 May: Eid ul-Fitr
  • 4 May: Eid ul-Fitr Holiday
  • 16 May: Buddha Purnima
  • 9 Jul: Eid ul-Adha Holiday
  • 10 Jul: Eid ul-Adha
  • 11 Jul: Eid ul-Adha Holiday
  • 9 Aug: Ashura
  • 15 Aug: National Mourning Day
  • 19 Aug: Shuba Janmashtami
  • 5 Oct: Vijaya Dashami
  • 9 Oct: Eid-e-Milad un-Nabi
  • 16 Dec: Victory Day
  • 25 Dec: Christmas Day

NB - Although Bangladesh has 21 days of national holidays each year, employees are only entitled to take 11 of them off as paid holiday, and it is the employer’s choice as to which ones. Some of these dates are estimates and yet to be confirmed.

Termination Process

Process

Termination due to physical or mental ailments entitles employees to severance pay. However, those terminated for misconduct or criminal offenses are not eligible for severance or notice.

Notice Period

Permanent employees must provide 60 days' notice; temporary employees must give 30 days (skilled) or 14 days (unskilled). Employers must provide 120 days' notice for monthly-rated workers and 60 days for others, or offer payment in lieu of notice.

Severance Pay

Employees with at least one year of service are entitled to 30 days' wages for each year worked.

Probation Period

Six months for clerical workers and three months for others.

Personal Details

Name, contact information, and role of the employee.

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Bangladesh

العملة
Bangladeshi taka (BDT)
تردد الرواتب
Monthly
ضرائب أصحاب العمل
32.50%

عن 

Bangladesh

Bangladesh, located in South Asia, is the world's eighth-most populous country and one of the most densely populated nations. It shares borders with India and Myanmar and has a coastline along the Bay of Bengal.

ملخص

التركيبة السكانية
161,376,708
اللغة
Bengali
العاصمة
Dhaka
العملة
Bangladeshi taka (BDT)
رمز الاتصال الدولي
+880
الحد الأدنى للأجور
1500 BDT/month
ساعات العمل
8 hours per day
أيام الأسبوع
Saturday to Thursday
ساعات العمل اسبوعيا
48 hours per week

الرواتب

موعد صرف الرواتب

Monthly

متوسط ​​ضريبة صاحب العمل

32.50%

تحصيل الضرائب

التوزيع الضريبي - صاحب العمل
Corporate Tax
32.5%
Payroll Taxes
Ranges from 10% to 30%

Withholding Tax (for Non-Residents):

Dividends
20%
Interest Income
20%
ضريبة القيمة المضافة

15%

العطل / PTO

العطلات الرسمية في عام 2024
  • 21 Feb: Shaheed Day
  • 17 Mar: Sheikh Mujibur Rahman's Birthday
  • 18 Mar: Shab e-Barat
  • 26 Mar: Independence Day
  • 14 Apr: Bengali New Year
  • 28 Apr: Laylat al-Qadr
  • 29 Apr: Jumatul Bidah
  • 1 May: May Day
  • 2 May: Eid ul-Fitr Holiday
  • 3 May: Eid ul-Fitr
  • 4 May: Eid ul-Fitr Holiday
  • 16 May: Buddha Purnima
  • 9 Jul: Eid ul-Adha Holiday
  • 10 Jul: Eid ul-Adha
  • 11 Jul: Eid ul-Adha Holiday
  • 9 Aug: Ashura
  • 15 Aug: National Mourning Day
  • 19 Aug: Shuba Janmashtami
  • 5 Oct: Vijaya Dashami
  • 9 Oct: Eid-e-Milad un-Nabi
  • 16 Dec: Victory Day
  • 25 Dec: Christmas Day

NB - Although Bangladesh has 21 days of national holidays each year, employees are only entitled to take 11 of them off as paid holiday, and it is the employer’s choice as to which ones. Some of these dates are estimates and yet to be confirmed.

الإجازات المرضية

Employees are entitled to 14 days of paid sick leave annually. A medical certificate is required to avail of this leave.

إجازة الأمومة

Female employees are entitled to 16 weeks (eight weeks before and eight weeks after childbirth) of fully paid maternity leave.

إجازة الأبوة

Currently, there is no statutory provision for paternity leave in Bangladesh.

إنهاء العقد

عملية الإنهاء

Process

Termination due to physical or mental ailments entitles employees to severance pay. However, those terminated for misconduct or criminal offenses are not eligible for severance or notice.

Notice Period

Permanent employees must provide 60 days' notice; temporary employees must give 30 days (skilled) or 14 days (unskilled). Employers must provide 120 days' notice for monthly-rated workers and 60 days for others, or offer payment in lieu of notice.

Severance Pay

Employees with at least one year of service are entitled to 30 days' wages for each year worked.

Probation Period

Six months for clerical workers and three months for others.

فترة الإشعار

Permanent employees must give 60 days’ notice. Temporary employees must give 30 days’ notice (if they are skilled) or 14 days (if unskilled). Workers who quit without giving notice must pay their employer a sum equal to their wage for the required notice period. Employers wishing to terminate an employee’s contract must provide 120 days’ notice for monthly rated workers and 60 days for other workers. Alternatively, employers can offer payment in lieu of notice.

مكافأة نهاية الخدمة

Employees who have completed at least one year with an employer are entitled to severance pay of 30 days’ wages for each year worked.

فترة الاختبار

Probation periods are six months for clerical workers and three months for other workers.

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تكلفة صاحب العمل
إجمالي تكلفة التوظيف الشهرية
GBP 9,633
إجمالي تكاليف الراتب الشهري
GBP 8,334
الضرائب والمساهمات المقدرة
GBP 8,334
تكلفة الموظف
صافي الراتب الشهري
GBP 5,137
الراتب الشهري الإجمالي
GBP 8,334
الضرائب المقدرة والضمان الاجتماعي
GBP 8,334
تكلفة صاحب العمل
إجمالي تكلفة التوظيف السنوية
GBP 9,633
إجمالي تكاليف الرواتب السنوية
GBP 8,334
الضرائب والمساهمات المقدرة
GBP 8,334
تكلفة الموظف
صافي الراتب السنوي
GBP 5,137
الراتب السنوي الإجمالي
GBP 8,334
الضرائب المقدرة والضمان الاجتماعي
GBP 8,334
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