Legal & Fees4 min read•02 Jun 2026
What a registration actually costs in Dhaka
Stamp duty, registration fee, local government tax and VAT — the four line items that decide your closing cost.
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Buyers routinely budget for the sale price and are surprised by the transfer cost. In Dhaka the four main components are stamp duty, the registration fee, local government tax and VAT on the deed value. Together they typically add a double-digit percentage to the price, and they are calculated on the recorded deed value rather than the market price.
Ask your lawyer to model the total before you sign a bainanama, and confirm who is paying which component — it is negotiable, and often negotiated badly.
Key Breakdown:
1. Stamp Duty: Standard percentage set by government guidelines.
2. Registration Fee: Paid to the Directorate of Registration.
3. Local Government / City Corporation Tax: Applicable in Dhaka North and South city corporations.
4. Advance Income Tax (AIT) & VAT: Dependent on commercial vs residential classification.
Key Takeaway for Property Buyers
Always verify the documentation chain through qualified legal counsel and calculate the complete registration tax beforehand to avoid unexpected closing costs.
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