I-Passport Index
Asia-Pacific

Bangladesh

Baseline rank
#60 / 116
Baseline score
64.7
Factor scores

How Bangladesh performs

Tax

79.9
Very strong

Average taxes. Bangladesh sits mid-table on tax, 58th of 123. Expect a typical tax bill: neither a reason to move here nor a reason to stay away. Personal income tax 0-35%, corporate tax 5-45%, VAT 15%.

Source: Heritage Foundation, Index of Economic Freedom (Tax Burden sub-score)

Safety

55.5
Moderate

Some concerns. Bangladesh is less peaceful than most countries in the index (93rd of 117). Look closely at the area you would live in.

Source: Institute for Economics and Peace, Global Peace Index

Cost of Living

96.1
Very strong

Very affordable. Bangladesh is one of the cheapest places to live in the index, 7th of 118. Your money goes a long way here.

Source: Numbeo Cost of Living Index

Education

27.4
Weak

Weak education. Bangladesh has one of the weakest education systems in the index, 108th of 120. Families will likely need international or private schooling.

Source: UNDP & MBRF, Global Knowledge Index

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Tax and citizenship

The detail behind the scores

Taxation

Corporate income tax 5-45% Applicable tax rate varies based on the nature of the business and company structure
Personal income tax 0-35% Applicable tax rate varies based on the amount of income earned, gender, age and disability
Standard VAT 15%

Rates change without notice. Confirm with the relevant tax authority before acting.

Naturalization Requirements and Immigration Pathway

Residence for naturalization
5 years
Language requirement
Yes
Proficiency in Bengali language
Investment Immigration Pathways
Bangladesh Citizenship by Investment
Bangladesh Permanent Residency by Investing
Official language
Bangla (Bengali)
Dual citizenship
Allows with conditions
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