How to set up an Electronics & Accessories business in Bangladesh
We advise electronics manufacturers, mobile-handset assemblers, importers and retailers on type approval, import compliance, incentives, warranties and e-waste obligations.
A fast-growing local manufacturing base
Bangladesh now assembles and manufactures a wide range of electronics — from mobile phones and televisions to refrigerators and accessories — supported by policy incentives for local production.
Telecom and radio equipment generally requires type approval from BTRC, some products fall under BSTI standards, and manufacturers and importers have obligations under the e-waste rules.
Key steps to get started
Company Formation
Incorporate with RJSC and obtain a trade licence, e-TIN and BIN.
Manufacture or Import
Choose local assembly, contract manufacturing or import of finished goods.
Type Approval
BTRC type approval for telecom and radio-frequency equipment.
Standards & Labelling
BSTI certification where required, plus compliant labels and warranties.
Factory & Incentives
Factory approvals and registration for available manufacturing incentives.
E-Waste Compliance
Collection and take-back obligations under the e-waste rules.
What you are likely to need
Requirements depend on the scale, location and structure of your business. Common approvals include:
- RJSC incorporation & trade licence
- e-TIN & VAT/BIN registration
- BTRC type approval / equipment registration
- BSTI certification (listed products)
- IRC & ERC
- Environmental clearance & DIFE licence (factories)
- Fire licence
- BIDA / BEZA registration
Key laws & regulators
- Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulation Act, 2001
- Hazardous Waste (E-waste) Management Rules, 2021
- Bangladesh Standards and Testing Institution Act, 2018
- Consumer Rights Protection Act, 2009
- Import and Export (Control) Act, 1950
- Customs Act, 2023
- Trademarks Act, 2009
- Regulators: BTRC, BSTI, DoE, NBR
Your legal partner from day one
We advise on the right structure — company, branch, liaison office or joint venture.
We handle name clearance, RJSC incorporation and constitutional documents.
We obtain sector licences, registrations and regulatory approvals.
We support ongoing filings, contracts, employment and disputes.
Frequently asked questions
Do mobile phones need BTRC approval?
Yes. Mobile handsets and other radio equipment generally require BTRC type approval and registration before sale.
What are e-waste obligations?
Manufacturers, importers and sellers have responsibilities for collecting and properly managing electronic waste under the e-waste rules.
Can you help with warranty terms?
Yes. We draft warranty and after-sales terms that comply with consumer-protection law.
Speak with our legal team
Tell us about your matter. A Premier Law Services lawyer will review it and advise you on the right next step — in person at our Dhaka chamber or online.