Premier Law Services advises and represents businesses and individuals in VAT, tax and customs matters in Bangladesh. We assist at every stage, from the first notice or audit to appeals before the Customs, Excise and VAT Appellate Tribunal and proceedings before the High Court.
Tax, VAT and Customs Issues
Revenue disputes usually begin with a notice, demand or assessment that carries strict time limits. How the first response is handled often shapes the rest of the dispute. Businesses commonly seek legal advice when they:
Show-Cause & Demands:
Receive a show-cause notice or a demand for VAT, tax or customs duty
Audits & Inspections:
Face an audit, inspection or investigation by the revenue authorities
Assessments & Penalties:
Disagree with an assessment, penalty or interest charge
Port & Border Holds:
Have goods detained, seized or held up at the port or border
Classification & Valuation:
Dispute the classification, valuation or origin of imported goods
Revenue Appeals:
Need to challenge a decision through an appeal
- Show-cause proceedings, tax audits, and assessment hearings
- Appeals before Taxes Appellate Tribunal and Customs, Excise & VAT Appellate Tribunal
- Challenging unlawful tax demands in higher courts
VAT & Income Tax Disputes
- Advising on HS code classification, custom valuation, and origin disputes
- Release of goods detained or seized by customs authorities
- Administrative appeals and customs dispute resolution
Customs, Classification & Port Matters
Representation before Tribunals & High Court Division
Writ Petitions
Challenging arbitrary revenue demands, unlawful show-cause notices, or administrative overreach under Article 102 of the Constitution.
Appellate Tribunals
Legal representation before Taxes Appellate Tribunal and Customs, Excise & VAT Appellate Tribunal (CEVAT).
Stay & Interim Orders
Securing stay orders against unlawful confiscation, account freezing, or penalty enforcement.
Advising Foreign and International Clients
We advise foreign companies and international businesses on VAT, tax and customs matters connected with their operations, trade and investment in Bangladesh, including import and export transactions and disputes with the revenue authorities.
Integrated Legal Solutions
Our tax lawyers work together with our Corporate, Banking, Maritime, and Arbitration teams to protect your overall business interests.
Discuss Your Legal Matter
Need legal help with VAT, tax, or customs? Contact us today.
- Phone: +880 1913-010994
- Email: info@premierlawbd.com
- Address: Plot 12, Block C, Banasree Main Rd, Dhaka 1219
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.