Vat Services

We provide comprehensive VAT services covering all aspects of a client's VAT lifecycle under the Bangladesh VAT Act 2012.

Core Compliance & Registration

VAT Registration & De-registration

Assisting with obtaining a Business Identification Number (BIN) for new businesses through Mushak-2.1/2.2 and managing cancellation or amendments to registration when business circumstances change.

Monthly Return Filing

Preparing and filing the monthly VAT return (Mushak-9.1) accurately and on time to meet NBR requirements.

Record Keeping & Documentation

Advising on and helping maintain mandatory VAT books, including purchase and sales registers (Mushak-6.1, Mushak-6.2), and issuing valid VAT invoices (Mushak-6.3).

VAT Deducted at Source (VDS) Compliance

Managing VDS obligations by ensuring correct deduction from supplier payments, timely deposit with the government, and accurate reporting.

Strategic Advisory & Tax Planning

VAT-Efficient Structuring

Advising on supply chain optimization and structuring business models to minimize VAT liabilities and improve cash flow.

Transaction Support & Classification

Providing expert opinions on the VAT implications of specific contracts, classifying goods and services for the correct VAT rates, and advising on exemptions, zero-rating such as for exports, and truncated rates.

Input Tax Credit Optimization

Guiding clients to maximize legitimate input tax rebates, including preparing and submitting the Input-Output Coefficient (Mushak-4.3).

Specialized Industry Advice

Offering sector-specific VAT advice for industries such as the digital economy, e-commerce, and IT/ITES services. This includes advising on the reverse charge mechanism for cross-border services.

Dispute Resolution & Representation

VAT Audit Support

Preparing clients for VAT audits by reviewing records and identifying compliance gaps, representing them during NBR inspections, and coordinating with auditors throughout the process.

Representation & Appeals

Handling responses to NBR notices, representing clients in disputes before VAT Commissioners, and assisting with appeals to the Commissioner of Appeals, the VAT Appellate Tribunal, and the High Court.

Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)

Guiding clients through the statutory ADR mechanism to achieve commercially viable settlements and avoid prolonged litigation.

Specialized & Value-Added Services

Refund & Rebate Management

Assisting with claims for VAT refunds, rebates, and supplementary duty adjustments.

VAT Agent Services for Non-Residents

Acting as a local VAT agent for non-resident companies to help them meet their VAT compliance obligations in Bangladesh.

Training & Technology Solutions

Providing customized employee training on VAT compliance and implementing VAT-compliant software for streamlined reporting and record-keeping.

Complete VAT Lifecycle Support

By offering these services, we provide a complete solution covering all aspects of a client's VAT lifecycle under the Bangladesh VAT Act 2012, from registration and routine compliance to strategic advisory, dispute resolution, and specialized VAT support.