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Invest in Bangladesh real estate

Verified Dhaka, Chattogram and Sylhet real estate brokers serving NRB diaspora, foreign FDI and institutional buyers. Residential, commercial and land.

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Non-Resident Bangladeshis (US, UK, UAE, Singapore, Canada), foreign FDI, REITs and family offices.

Investor FAQ

Can a foreigner buy property in Bangladesh?

Foreign nationals can purchase property in Bangladesh subject to Bangladesh Bank approval and registration with the appropriate sub-registry. NRBs (Non-Resident Bangladeshis) face fewer restrictions than non-Bangladeshi foreigners and can buy in their own name. broker.bd brokers handle the full compliance path including BB Form FE-1.

Which Dhaka neighborhoods do foreign investors prefer?

Gulshan, Banani, Baridhara and Bashundhara R/A for premium residential. Dhanmondi for mid-market. Tejgaon and Motijheel for commercial offices. Uttara, Purbachal and Bashundhara for newer development with growth potential.

What is the typical broker commission on Bangladesh property?

2-3% on sales (split between buyer and seller side typically), one-month rent on residential leases, and 1 month rent on commercial leases. broker.bd lists licensed REHAB members and verifies trade licenses before badging.

How do NRBs repatriate proceeds from selling Bangladesh property?

Through an authorized dealer bank (AD bank) under Bangladesh Bank's foreign exchange regulations. Sale proceeds of property originally purchased with inward remittance are repatriable. broker.bd loan and forex brokers can guide the AD-bank route.

Are property titles in Bangladesh reliable?

Title due diligence is critical — Bangladesh has historic disputes especially on older Dhaka land. broker.bd verified brokers run land record (CS, SA, RS khatian), mutation and encumbrance checks before transaction.

What taxes apply to foreign buyers?

Stamp duty (~4% on sale value), registration fee (~1%), gain tax on sale, and 2-5% local government tax depending on city corporation. Withholding on rental income is 5% for NRBs.

What is the minimum FDI ticket for Bangladesh real estate?

No statutory minimum, but practical FDI deals start at USD 200,000+ for it to be worth the BIDA registration and BB approval cycle. Smaller NRB tickets are common from USD 50,000.