Who needs it?
Factories, warehouses, godowns, filling and CNG stations, and other premises that store or process goods.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee | Tk 1,000 (up to 1,000 sq ft) · Tk 2,000 (above 1,000 sq ft) by treasury challan, plus VATApproval status of the re-determined schedule is not confirmed.Source: Fire Service letters of 30 Dec 2025 / 29 Jan 2026 (proposal) | Official document — reconfirmChecked 11 Oct 2026 |
| Annual licence fee | By goods class and floor area — e.g. Class 1 (fibre, paper, wood): Tk 900 up to 150 sq ft rising to Tk 40,000 above 3 lakh sq ftWe confirm the applicable fee with the local fire station before payment.Source: Proposed fee re-determination (Home Ministry letter 25 Jan 2026) | Confirm with our officeChecked 11 Oct 2026 |
Required documents
Standard
- Application form
- Trade licence
- Premises layout plan
- Rent agreement or ownership deed
- NID of the owner/MD
- List of fire safety equipment
- Building plan approval (where applicable)
- Treasury challan for fee and VAT
Step-by-step process
- 1
Install required fire safety equipment and exits.
- 2
Apply with documents and fee.
- 3
Fire Service inspects the premises.
- 4
Fix any deficiencies.
- 5
Receive the licence and renew yearly.
Renewal and penalties
Renewal & compliance
Annual renewal with updated safety status.
Frequently asked questions
Does an office need a fire licence?
Usually a pure office does not, but warehouses, factories and premises storing goods do. High-rise buildings have separate fire safety certification rules.
Legal basis & official sources
- Fire Prevention and Extinguishing Act 2003, section 4
- Bangladesh Fire Service and Civil Defence
Last reviewed 21 Oct 2026 by Legal Zone Business Licence Desk. Fees and rules change — we reconfirm every figure before you pay.
