An electronic Taxpayer Identification Number (e-TIN) is a unique 12-digit identifier issued by the National Board of Revenue (NBR). It is the primary legal identifier required to open commercial bank accounts, register companies, obtain trade licenses, and file annual returns in Bangladesh.
Procedural Advisory: Obtaining an e-TIN creates an ongoing statutory obligation to submit annual income tax returns under the Income Tax Act 2023. Do not apply for an e-TIN unless you require it for legitimate legal or commercial transactions.
Required Documents for e-TIN Registration
- Bangladeshi Individuals: National Identity Card (NID) number, date of birth, and active mobile number.
- Non-Resident Bangladeshis (NRBs): Valid passport copy and overseas residential address.
- Proprietorship Businesses: Individual NID plus registered Trade License details.
- Companies & RJSC Entities: Certificate of Incorporation, RJSC registration number, and company incorporation date.
Step-by-Step Online Registration Process
- Visit the official NBR e-TIN portal (secure.incometax.gov.bd).
- Complete user registration with a unique username, password, and security question.
- Select taxpayer classification (Individual Bangladeshi, Company, Partnership, or Foreign).
- Input verified NID data for instant real-time Election Commission database validation.
- Review registration summary and generate your official 12-digit e-TIN certificate immediately.
Correcting Errors on an Existing e-TIN
If your e-TIN contains typos in name spelling, father's name, or date of birth, corrections require formal application through the NBR portal supported by NID evidence. For circle transfers or jurisdiction changes, an application must be submitted to the respective Taxes Zone Commissioner.
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Regulatory Notice: This compliance guide is for general educational information only under Bangladeshi statutory frameworks (including the Income Tax Act 2023, Value Added Tax and Supplementary Duty Act 2012, and Companies Act 1994) and does not constitute formal legal or tax counsel. Government gazette rules, statutory regulatory orders (SROs), and procedural circulars are subject to periodic administrative updates. Please consult an EasyTax advocate or tax practitioner for customized advisory on your specific situation.
