Prime Minister Tarique Rahman today said that anyone who brings foreign investment into Bangladesh will be entitled to a 1.5 percent consultancy fee or commission as an incentive aimed at boosting foreign direct investment in the country.
Responding to a question from MP Joharat Adeeb Chowdhury, during the question-and-answer session in parliament, the premier said the initiative would encourage expatriate Bangladeshis to invest in the country while also enabling skilled and qualified individuals to attract foreign investors.
The session was presided over by Speaker Hafiz Uddin Ahmad.
PM said foreign investors had previously been reluctant to invest in Bangladesh because they were unable to repatriate dividends.
"We have solved this problem through legislation," he said.
"Just a few days ago, we decided that if any Bangladeshi or foreign national brings foreign investment into the country, they will receive a 1.5 percent consultancy fee or commission as an incentive."
The cabinet on June 4, 2026 approved the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Incentive Scheme Policy, 2026, aimed at encouraging Bangladeshi citizens, including expatriates, to bring foreign direct investment into the country.
Replying to another question from MP Mobashwer Alam Bhuiyan, Tarique said the government had taken several measures to simplify the investment process and attract both domestic and foreign investors.
He said import and export registration certificates are now being issued online within a shorter timeframe by the Office of the Chief Controller of Imports and Exports.
To create an investment-friendly environment, the export policy has been updated, while the Import Policy Order 2026-2029 is being revised to facilitate easier market entry for foreign investors.
The prime minister said steps had been taken to remove non-tariff barriers on imports intended for export production.
Import payment procedures are also being simplified, and all importers, regardless of transaction value, will be allowed to import goods through contracts without requiring Letters of Credit (L/C).
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