Corporate Tax Advisory & Retainer Services in Bangladesh
Monthly Tax, VAT and Compliance Retainer for Foreign-Owned Companies and Large Businesses
Running a company in Bangladesh means meeting monthly VAT deadlines, deducting and depositing withholding tax correctly, filing quarterly and annual returns, and keeping up with every change in the Finance Act and NBR rules. VATax Advisory & Co. offers a corporate tax advisory retainer: one fixed monthly engagement that covers your routine tax and VAT compliance and gives your management direct access to an NBR-enlisted Tax Lawyer whenever you need advice.
What a retainer gives you
- A dedicated tax and VAT team that knows your business
- Every monthly, quarterly and annual filing prepared and submitted on time
- Unlimited day-to-day tax queries by email, phone or WhatsApp
- Monthly compliance reports in clear English for local and overseas management
- Predictable fixed monthly fees instead of unexpected one-off bills
Who Our Retainer Service Is For
- Foreign-owned subsidiaries and multinationals that need a reliable local tax partner and reporting the parent company can rely on
- Branch and liaison offices of foreign companies with withholding tax, VAT and annual reporting obligations
- Industrial and manufacturing companies with complex VAT, input tax credit, import and export compliance
- Large local companies and business groups that want consistent compliance across several entities
- Companies without an in-house tax specialist, or whose finance team needs expert back-up
What Is Included in the Corporate Tax Retainer
| Area | Services | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| VAT | Monthly VAT return (Mushak 9.1), input-output reconciliation, VAT deduction at source (VDS), Mushak forms and VAT registers | Monthly |
| Withholding tax | TDS calculation on salaries, suppliers, rent, services and payments to non-residents; challan deposit; certificates | Monthly |
| Withholding tax returns | Quarterly withholding tax returns and reconciliation with books | Quarterly |
| Advance tax | Estimation and payment of advance income tax instalments, where applicable | Quarterly |
| Corporate income tax | Tax planning, computation and corporate tax return filing, including supporting schedules | Annual |
| RJSC compliance | AGM documents, annual return (Schedule X) and event-based filings | Annual / as needed |
| Advisory | Tax impact of contracts, foreign payments, dividends, expansion and restructuring; updates on new Finance Act and SROs | Ongoing |
| Audits and notices | Replies to NBR and VAT notices, support during tax and VAT audits and assessments | As needed |
Retainer Packages
Every company is different, so we tailor the scope and fee after reviewing your transactions. Most clients choose one of three levels:
Compliance Retainer
For companies with an in-house accountant
- Monthly VAT return
- Monthly TDS and VDS
- Quarterly withholding tax returns
- Email and phone tax queries
Corporate Retainer
Most popular with foreign-owned and industrial companies
- Everything in Compliance
- Annual corporate tax return
- RJSC annual return and AGM documents
- Monthly compliance report in English
- Notice replies and audit support
Group & Advisory Retainer
For business groups and multinationals
- Everything in Corporate
- Several group entities on one calendar
- Tax planning and transaction reviews
- Board and parent-company briefings
- Priority access to the Head of Tax Advisory
Accounting and monthly bookkeeping can be added to any package.
Why a Retainer Is Better Than One-Off Services
| Retainer | One-off services | |
|---|---|---|
| Deadlines | Tracked for you every month | Your team must remember and request |
| Knowledge of your business | Builds over time; faster, more accurate advice | Starts from zero each time |
| Cost | Fixed and predictable monthly fee | Variable and often higher for urgent work |
| Risk | Issues spotted early, before penalties | Problems found late, often during audits |
| Reporting | Regular compliance reports for management | No ongoing visibility |
How Our Retainer Works
- Free initial consultation. We understand your business, group structure and current compliance position.
- Compliance health check. We review past VAT, withholding tax, income tax and RJSC filings and flag any risks.
- Proposal and fixed fee. We agree the scope, deliverables, reporting format and monthly fee in writing.
- Onboarding. We set up your compliance calendar, document checklist and a single point of contact.
- Monthly delivery and reporting. We prepare and file returns, answer queries and send a monthly status report.
Why Companies Choose VATax Advisory & Co.
- Led by Khondakar Mohsin Rakib, an NBR-enlisted Tax Lawyer and member of the Dhaka Taxes Bar Association and the Bangladesh VAT Professionals Forum
- Experience with foreign-owned, industrial, export-oriented and multi-entity groups
- One team for VAT, withholding tax, income tax and RJSC, so all filings are consistent
- Clear English communication and reporting suited to international management
- Strict confidentiality and ethical, transparent advice
Setting up in Bangladesh? Read our guide to company registration for foreign investors and our RJSC fee calculator.
Looking for a reliable tax and VAT retainer in Bangladesh?
Tell us about your company and we will propose a retainer package and fixed monthly fee.
Book a ConsultationWhatsApp +880 1713-560065
Email: info@vatax.bd
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a corporate tax retainer?
It is an ongoing engagement where we handle your company’s regular tax and VAT compliance and provide advice for a fixed monthly fee, instead of charging separately for each filing or query.
How is the monthly retainer fee calculated?
The fee depends on the number of transactions, entities, VAT and withholding tax volume, and the level of advisory support you need. We agree it in writing after a free initial review.
Do you work with foreign-owned companies and multinationals?
Yes. We support foreign-owned subsidiaries, branch and liaison offices, and provide English-language reporting suitable for parent companies and regional finance teams.
Can you take over from our current tax adviser?
Yes. We start with a compliance health check, identify any gaps in past filings and arrange a smooth handover without missing deadlines.
Is there a minimum contract period?
Most clients engage us for 12 months to cover a full tax year, but we can agree terms that suit your business.
This page is for general information and reflects rules as of 2026. Please contact us for advice on your company.
TDS and VDS Rates Reference Table (Bangladesh)
As part of our retainer service, we apply the correct withholding tax (TDS) and VAT deduction at source (VDS) rates to every payment. The table below is a quick reference of common expense heads, income tax sections and VAT service codes used by companies in Bangladesh.
| S.L | Head Expense | Income Tax Section | Tax Rate | VAT Service Code | VAT Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Commercial space Rental | Section 109 | 10% | S033.00 (Lessor) | 15% |
| 2 | Rental service Charge | Section 109 | 10% | S099.20 (Misc. Service) | 15% |
| 3 | Salary | Section 32-34 | Average Rate | N/A | N/A |
| 4 | Internet | Section 90 | 5% | S099.10 (ITES) | 5% |
| 5 | Marketing & Promotion | Section 92 | 5% | S007.00 (Advertising) | 15% |
| 6 | Garbage & Cleaning | Section 90 | 10% (on commission) or 2% (on bill) | S065.00 | 15% |
| 7 | Interest on Securities | Section 106 | 5% (Govt/BSEC approved) | N/A | N/A |
| 8 | Royalties & Franchise | Section 91 | 10% (Resident) / 20% (Non-Resident) | S099.20 | 15% |
| 9 | C&F Agent Tax | Section 122 | 10% (on commission) | S099.20* | 15% |
| 10 | Cigarette Manufacturer | Section 129/152 | 10% (Banderols) / 3% (Advance Tax) | H.S. 2402.20.00 | 15% + SD |
| 11 | Compensation (Property Acquisition) | Section 111 | 6% (City Corp/Paurashava) / 3% (Outside) | N/A | Exempt |
| 12 | Interest on Saving Instruments | Section 105 | 10% (Exempt if total investment ≤ 5 Lakh) | N/A | N/A |
| 13 | Brick Manufacturer License | Section 130 | Tk. 80,000 – 220,000 (Advance Tax) | Mushak-4.3 | 15% |
| 14 | L/C Commission | Section 96 | 5% | S014.00 / S099.20 | 15% |
| 15 | Travel Agent | Section 95 | 0.30% (of total ticket value) | Rule 18 | 15% (on margin) |
| 16 | Trade License (New/Renewal) | Section 131 | Tk. 500 – 3,000 (Tax collection) | N/A | N/A |
| 17 | Freight Forwarding Commission | Section 124 | 10% (Commission) / 1.5% (Gross Bill) | S015.10 | 15% |
| 18 | Rental Power / Electricity Purchase | Section 114 | 4% | Utility Bill | 5% / Exempt |
| 19 | Convention Hall / Conference Centre | Section 110 | 10% | S017.00 | 15% |
| 20 | Remittance from Abroad (Service) | Section 124 | 7.50% | Imported Service | 15% |
| 21 | International Gateway (IGW) Service | Section 108 | 1.5% (Receipts) / 7.5% (Payments) | S099.20 | 15% |
| 22 | Excess Life Insurance Premium Payment | Section 99 | 5% (on amount exceeding premium) | N/A | N/A |
| 23 | Purchase through Local L/C | Section 97 | 1% / 2% / 3% (Based on item) | S037.00 | 15% (VDS 10%) |
| 24 | Payment by Mobile Phone Operator | Section 98 | 20% (Revenue share/License fee) | S099.20 | 15% |
| 25 | Import | Section 120 | AIT Varies (HS Code wise) | N/A | 15% (+ 7.5% AT) |
| 26 | Deduction from WPPF | Section 88 | 10% | N/A | N/A |
| 27 | Remuneration of MPs | Section 87 | Average Rate | N/A | N/A |
| 28 | Stationary (Supply) | Section 89 | 3% – 7% | S008.10 | 15% |
| 29 | Renovation Work (Contractor) | Section 89 | 5% – 7% | S004.00 | 10% (VDS rate) |
| 30 | Hotel (A.C) | Section 90 / 110 | Note-2 / 10% | S001.10 | 15% |
| 31 | Hotel (Non A.C) | Section 110 | 10% (on rent) | S001.10 | 10% |
| 32 | Restaurant | Section 90 / 110 | 2% (on bill) / 10% (rent) | S001.20 | 5% |
| 33 | Decorator & Catering | Section 90 | 10% (Comm.) / 2% (Bill) | S002.00 | 15% |
| 34 | Motor Repair Workshop | Section 90 | 8% | S003.10 | 10% |
| 35 | Dockyard | Section 90 | 8% | S003.20 | 15% |
| 36 | Construction Company | Section 89 | 5% (Note-1, S.L 17) | S004.00 | 10% |
| 37 | Warehouse | Section 109 | 10% (Rental income) | S033.00 | 15% |
| 38 | Port (Private/Container) | Section 90 | 8% | S003.20 | 15% |
| 39 | Cold Storage | Section 90 | 10% (Other services) | S099.20 | 15% |
| 40 | Advertising Agency | Section 92 | 5% | S007.00 | 15% |
| 41 | Printing Press | Section 89 | 5% – 7% (Note-1) | S008.10 | 15% |
| 42 | Binding Company | Section 89 | 5% – 7% (Note-1) | S099.20* | 15% |
| 43 | Auctioneer | Section 133 | 10% (of sale price) | S009.00 | 15% |
| 44 | Land Development Agency | Section 126 | 5% (of deed value) | S010.10 | 2% |
| 45 | Building Construction Co. | Section 126 | TDS Rule 7 (Note-3) | S010.20 | 2% / 4.5% |
| 46 | Video & Cassette Shop | Section 90 | Note-2 (Misc. Service) | S099.20 | 15% |
| 47 | Video & Game Shop | Section 90 | Note-2 (Misc. Service) | S099.20 | 15% |
| 48 | Audio & Video Recording | Section 90 | Note-2 (Misc. Service) | S099.20 | 15% |
| 49 | CD Rental Shop | Section 90 | Note-2 (Misc. Service) | S099.20 | 15% |
| 50 | Telephone (Utility) | Section 108** | 1.5% / 7.5% | Utility Bill | 15% (VDS Exempt) |
| 51 | Teleprinter | Section 90 | 10% (Comm.) / 2% (Bill) | S099.20 | 15% |
| 52 | Telex | Section 90 | 10% (Comm.) / 2% (Bill) | S099.20 | 15% |
| 53 | Fax | Section 90 | 10% (Comm.) / 2% (Bill) | S099.20 | 15% |
| 54 | Internet Company | Section 90 | 5% | S099.10 | 5% |
| 55 | SIM or e-SIM Provider | Section 98 | 20% (Revenue Share) | N/A | Tk. 300/SIM |
| 56 | Mechanical Laundry | Section 90 | 10% (Comm.) / 2% (Bill) | S099.20 | 15% |
| 57 | Indenting Company | Section 90 | 7.50% | S014.00 | 15% |
| 58 | Freight Forwarders | Section 124 | 1.5% (Gross Bill) | S015.10 | 15% |
| 59 | Clearing & Forwarding | Section 122 | 10% (on commission) | S099.20* | 15% |
| 60 | Travel Agency | Section 95 | 0.30% (of total value) | Rule 18 | 15% (on margin) |
| 61 | Community Center | Section 110 | 10% | S017.00 | 15% |
| 62 | Movie Studio | Section 93 | 10% | S099.20* | 15% |
| 63 | Photo Maker | Section 90 | 10% (Creative Media) | S099.20* | 15% |
| 64 | Survey Company | Section 101 | 15% | S020.00 | 15% |
| 65 | Plant/Equipment Rental | Section 90 | 15% | S021.00 | 15% |
| 66 | Dessert Store (Sweetmeat) | Section 89 | 5% | S001.20 | 5% |
| 67 | Film Awards | Section 80(30A) | Exempted | N/A | N/A |
| 68 | Film Distributor | Section 94 | 10% (Commission) | S099.20 | 15% |
| 69 | Furniture Manufacturer | Section 89 | 5% | S024.00 | 7.50% |
| 70 | Furniture Marketing Center | Section 94 | 10% (Comm./Benefit) | S024.00 | 7.5 |
| 71 | WASA (Utility) | Section 89 | Note-1 (3% – 7%) | Utility Bill | 15% (VDS Exempt) |
| 72 | Goldsmith / Silversmith | Section 89 | 3% – 7% | S099.20* | 15% |
| 73 | Insurance Company | Section 88/119 | 10% (on premium) | Insurance [Conversation] | 15% (VDS Exempt) |
| 74 | Courier & Express | Section 90 | Note-2 (Misc. Service) | S028.00 | 15% |
| 75 | Astrologer | Section 90 | 10% (Professional) | S099.20 | 15% |
| 76 | Beauty Parlor | Section 90 | Note-2 (Misc. Service) | S099.20 | 15% |
| 77 | Repair Service provider | Section 90 | 5% (Table-14) | S031.00 | 15% |
| 78 | Consultancy & Supervisory | Section 90 | 10% (Technical) | S032.00 | 15% |
| 79 | Lessor | Section 109 | 10% | S033.00 | 15% |
| 80 | Audit & Accounting Firm | Section 90 | 10% (Professional) | S034.00 | 15% |
| 81 | Shipping Agent | Section 90 | 8% (on commission) | S015.10 / S099.20* | 15% |
| 82 | AC Bus Service | Section 138 | Tk. 37,500 (Fixed) | S048.00 | 15% |
| 83 | AC Boat Service | Section 139 | Varies (per capacity) | S048.00 | 15% |
| 84 | AC Railway Service | Section 90 | 10% (Misc. Service) | S048.00 | 15% |
| 85 | Supplier (Contractor) | Section 89 | 5% – 7.5% (Note-1) | S037.00 | 10% |
| 86 | Cultural Event Organizer | Section 90 | 20% (Management) | S071.00 | 15% |
| 87 | Satellite Cable Operator | Section 90 | 20% (Broadcast rent) | S054.00 | 15% |
| 88 | Satellite Channel Dist. | Section 90 | 20% (Broadcast rent) | S054.00 | 15% |
| 89 | Security Service | Section 90 | 10% (Comm.) / 2% (Bill) | S040.00 | 15% |
| 90 | Marriage Media | Section 90 | 10% (Comm.) / 2% (Bill) | S099.20 | 15% |
| 91 | Automatic Sawmill | Section 89 | 5% (Processing) | S099.20* | 15% |
| 92 | TV & Online Broadcaster | Section 90 | 10% (Comm.) / 0.65% (Bill) | S043.00 | 15% |
| 93 | BRTA Services | N/A | N/A | N/A | Exempt from VDS |
| 94 | Legal Consultant | Section 90 | 15% (Natural) / 7.5% (Other) | S045.00 | 15% |
| 95 | Health Clubs / Fitness | Section 90 | 10% (Comm.) / 2% (Bill) | S099.20 | 15% |
| 96 | Sports Organizer | Section 90 | 10% (Comm.) / 2% (Bill) | S071.00 | 15% |
| 97 | Transport Contractor | Section 89 | 5% | S048.00 | 15% |
| 98 | Vehicle Rental Provider | Section 89 | 5% | S049.00 | 15% |
| 99 | Architect / Interior | Section 90 | 15% (Natural) / 7.5% (Other) | S050.10 | 15% |
| 100 | Graphic Designer | Section 90 | 15% (Natural) / 7.5% (Other) | S050.20 | 15% |
| 101 | Engineering Firm | Section 89 | 5% (on bill) | S051.00 | 15% |
| 102 | Sound Equipment Rental | Section 90 | 15% (Machinery rent) | S052.00 | 15% |
| 103 | Board Meeting Attendees | Section 90 | 10% (Honorarium) | S053.00 | 15% |
| 104 | Satellite Advertiser | Section 90/119 | 20% (Non-Res. Broadcast) | S054.00 | 15% |
| 105 | Land Seller (Developer) | Section 126 | TDS Rule 7 | S010.10 | 2% |
| 106 | Bank & Financial Service | Section 102 | 10% – 20% (Interest) | N/A | Exempt from VDS |
| 107 | Mobile Banking Provider | Section 90 | 10% (Agent commission) | S099.20* | 15% |
| 108 | Electricity Distributor | Section 114 | 6% (Purchase of power) | Utility Bill | Exempt from VDS |
| 109 | Chartered Aircraft Rent | Section 90 | 15% (Equipment rent) | S058.00 | 15% |
| 110 | Glass Sheet Coating Co. | Section 89 | 5% (Processing) | S099.20* | 15% |
| 111 | Buyer of Auctioned Goods | Section 133 | 10% (of sale price) | S060.00 | 15% |
| 112 | Credit/Debit Card Issuer | Section 166 / Table | PSR Required (Note-A) | N/A | Exempt from VDS |
| 113 | Money Exchange Inst. | Section 90 | 10% (Comm.) / 2% (Bill) | S099.20* | 15% |
| 114 | Tailoring Shops | Section 89 | 5% (Processing) | S099.20* | 15% |
| 115 | Amusement/Theme Parks | Section 90 | 10% (Misc. Service) | S099.20* | 15% |
| 116 | Picnic/Shooting Spot | Section 90 | 10% (Misc. Service) | S099.20* | 15% |
| 117 | Cleaning Service Co. | Section 90 | 10% (Comm.) / 2% (Bill) | S065.00 | 15% |
| 118 | Lottery Ticket Seller | Section 94 | 10% (on commission) | S066.00 | 15% |
| 119 | Immigration Advisor | Section 90 | 10% (Professional) | S067.00 | 15% |
| 120 | Coaching Center | Section 90 | 10% | S099.20* | 15% |
| 121 | English Medium School | Section 163 / 166 | 2.5% Surcharge* | S099.20 | 5% / 15% |
| 122 | Private University | Section 163 / 166 | 15% (on income) | N/A | Exempt |
| 123 | Private Medical College | Section 163 / 166 | 15% (on income) | N/A | Exempt |
| 124 | Event Organizer | Section 90 / 119 | 20% (Management) | S071.00 | 15% |
| 125 | HR Outsourcing Co. | Section 90 | 10% | S072.00 | 15% |
| 126 | Manpower Export Org. | Section 121 | 10% (Collection) | S099.20* | 15% |
| 127 | Space / Facility Renter | Section 109 | 10% (Rental income) | S033.00 | 15% |
| 128 | Stock/Securities Broker | Section 137 | 0.03% (on value) | S099.20* | 15% |
| 129 | Social & Sports Clubs | Section 30 / 166 | Note-A (PSR) | S099.20* | 15% |
| 130 | Tour Operator | Section 95 / Note-3 | Note-B (Margin) | S099.20* | 15% (on margin) |
| 131 | RMG Marketing | Section 94 | 10% (Commission) | S024.00* | 7.5% / 15% |
| 132 | Ride Sharing | Section 90 | 10% | S048.00* | 15% |
| 133 | Tower Sharing Provider | Section 90 | 12% (Network Op.) | S099.20 | 15% |
| 134 | OTT Platform | Section 90/124 | 10% / 7.5% | S099.20 | 15% |
| 135 | IT-Based Services (ITES) | Section 163/166 | Exempted* | S099.10 | 5% |
| 136 | Other Misc. Services | Section 90 | 10% | S099.20 | 15% |
| 137 | Sponsorship Services | Section 90 | 10% (Comm) / 2% (Bill) | S099.30 | 15% |
| 138 | Meditation Services | Section 90 | 10% | S099.20 | Exempt / 15% |
| 139 | Credit Rating Agency | Section 90 | 10% | S099.50 | 15% |
| 140 | Selling Products Online | Section 163 / PSR | 1% (Min. Tax) | S099.60 | 5% |
Indicative rates for quick reference only. TDS and VDS rates, sections and service codes change with each Finance Act and NBR order, and many rates depend on conditions and thresholds. Contact us to confirm the correct rate for your transaction.