10/06/2026
The National Board of Revenue (NBR) is implementing new corporate taxation regulations that extend beyond initial reports. For a period of five years, the NBR is establishing fixed corporate tax rates. The authorities are also removing the Minimum Tax penalty, and by law the government is now required to process excess Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) refunds in fewer than 90 days.
If you work as a freelancer, create digital content, run a technology company, or operate in the renewable energy sector, these policies apply directly to you:
→ Digital creators and freelancers are exempt from all income tax
→ Newly established tech startups get a nine-year tax-exempt period
→ Electric vehicle (EV) imports are fully exempt from Advance Income Tax (AIT)
But these reductions require funding from other sources. To cover the gap, the source tax on 28 essential commodities (wheat, onions, rice) is increasing from 0.5% to 1%. As a result, the cost of food for consumers is going up.
And after representatives for wealthy individuals engaged in discussions with officials, the government removed the proposed asset-tax threshold of Tk 4 crore.
The strategy is clear: Bangladesh is prioritizing technology and renewable energy for future economic stability, while individual consumers pay for the changes through higher costs.
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Disclaimer: This content is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute professional tax, legal, or financial advice. Budget provisions may change between proposal, finalization, and implementation. Always consult a qualified accountant or the NBR before making financial decisions.
Budget is not live yet, some of these might change. We will know for sure, next week.