Who needs it?
Importers of BSTI-mandatory products (food, milk powder, cosmetics, electrical, building materials and others).
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Clearance fee | Charged on the import value of the goods; paid at BSTI One Stop Service by DD, pay-order or cashSource: bsti.gov.bd/pages/static-pages/6922deed933eb65569e1e712 | Official source checkedChecked 29 Oct 2026 |
Required documents
Required (BSTI)
- Updated trade licence
- LC
- Invoice
- Bill of lading (B/L)
- IRC
- Radioactivity test certificate (milk powder / food)
- Attested TIN certificate
- Other papers depending on the product
Step-by-step process
- 1
Apply online with the documents.
- 2
BSTI inspects the godown / port warehouse.
- 3
Samples sealed jointly and submitted to the BSTI lab.
- 4
Lab test and report review; final approval.
- 5
Bill issued; pay the fee.
- 6
Clearance issued for Customs release.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the contact point?
Head, One Stop Service Centre, BSTI Dhaka-1208 (onestop@bsti.gov.bd).
Legal basis & official sources
- BSTI Act 2018
- Import Policy Order 2026-2029 (BDS mandatory list)
- BSTI One Stop Service Centre, Dhaka
- BSTI e-Service (online application)
Last reviewed 29 Oct 2026 by Legal Zone Business Licence Desk. Fees and rules change — we reconfirm every figure before you pay.