Who needs it?
Software developers and ITES firms — web hosting, BPO, call centres, digital content, GIS, data entry, SEO, cyber security, cloud and more.
Government fees
Government fees only — paid to the authority. Our professional fee is quoted separately, in writing. Each line shows how it was verified and when.
| Item | Amount | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Admission and annual fees | By category — as per BASIS's current scheduleSource: basis.org.bd/content/membership-process-1 | Confirm with our office |
Required documents
Typical
- Trade licence / incorporation papers showing software or ITES business
- TIN and BIN
- Work orders or business experience (General membership)
- Company profile and owners' NIDs
Step-by-step process
- 1
Pick the category: Associate (0–2 years), General (2+ years; 3 work orders encouraged if 4+ years old), Affiliate (ITES per NBR SRO) or International.
- 2
Apply online and upload documents.
- 3
Pay fees and receive the membership certificate.
Frequently asked questions
What are the main benefits?
Policy support, events and training, preferential treatment in projects, and BASIS certificates for the 10% export cash incentive on software/ITES exports.
Legal basis & official sources
- Trade Organisation Act 2022
- Government gazette of 2 September 2020 (BASIS membership mandatory for software/ITES)
- Bangladesh Association of Software and Information Services (BASIS)
- BASIS membership registration
Last reviewed 29 Oct 2026 by Legal Zone Business Licence Desk. Fees and rules change — we reconfirm every figure before you pay.
