The National Payment Switch Bangladesh (NPSB) is an electronic platform established in December 2012 to facilitate interoperability among scheduled banks for card-based and online retail transactions. Foreign enterprises operating in the financial services and payment network sectors, such as Visa and Mastercard, have expressed concerns about their operations in the Bangladeshi market following the central bank’s implementation of a mandatory policy requiring all card transactions to be routed through the NPSB. They argue that this policy limits competition and raises security concerns, as the NPSB constitutes a single point of failure in the event of a system crash.

The Customs (De Minimis) Rules, as amended in May 2025, permit the duty-free importation of eligible low-value consignments, including non-commercial goods, samples, and other small consignments, with a maximum value of BDT 4,000 (approx. USD 40). This de minimis threshold remains lower than the USD 200 benchmark recommended by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC).

Access to local domain names in Bangladesh is subject to documentation and eligibility requirements. The “.bd” country-code top-level domain is managed by the Posts and Telecommunications Division, while Bangladesh Telecommunications Company Limited (BTCL) is listed as the technical contact and operates the official registration service.
BTCL requires applicants seeking to register a “.bd” or “.বাংলা” domain name to create a profile and upload the applicable supporting documents. These may include a national identity card, a trade licence, approval or forwarding letters, or a certificate from the Registrar of Joint Stock Companies and Firms. Accordingly, access to local domain names is not fully unrestricted, as registration depends on compliance with domestic documentation and eligibility requirements.

According to Section A of the Ride-Sharing Service Guidelines, ride-sharing service providers must obtain an enlistment certificate for their entity from the Bangladesh Road Transport Authority (BRTA).

According to Section 2.1.6 and Section 2.1.8 of the National Online Mass Media Policy, broadcasters and newspapers in Bangladesh must register and obtain approval for their online portals separately. It is reported that they were permitted to operate websites without formal authorisation before the entry into force of this law.
In July 2023, the district administration of Chattogram reportedly ordered the closure of the offices of CplusTV, a news-sharing YouTube channel and Facebook account, as well as C Vision, a news-sharing Facebook page, on the grounds of "illegally operating without license", which could be connected to the license requirement in the National Online Mass Media Policy.

Pursuant to Art. 7 of the "Directives on Mobile Applications-Based (Over-the-Top, OTT) Calling Services of the IPTSP Operators, 2021", Internet Protocol Telephone Service Provider (IPTSP) operators seeking to offer mobile application-based calling services (OTT) are required to obtain approval from the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC). Additionally, they must provide a bank guarantee of BDT 50 million (approx. USD 410,000) in favour of the BTRC and enter into a techno-commercial agreement with mobile network operators (MNOs).
The 2021 Directives are to remain applicable unless expressly repealed, withdrawn, amended, or replaced by the BTRC. However, their practical scope may be affected by the Telecommunications Network and Licensing Policy, 2025, as Clause 7.4.5 provides for the merger of IPTSP licences with the corresponding ISP licences during the migration to the new Fixed Telecom Service Provider (FTSP) framework.

Annexure 1, Part B of the Import Policy Order of 2021–2024 stipulates that the import of reconditioned office equipment, photocopiers, typewriters, telex machines, telephones, fax machines, old computers, old computer accessories, and other old electronic devices is prohibited in Bangladesh.

According to Clause 4.d of the Import Policy Order of 2021–2024, goods originating from Israel, those manufactured within its territory, and goods transported by vessels flying the Israeli flag shall not be eligible for importation.

Clause 10.1 of the Import Policy Order of 2021–2024 stipulates that prior approval from the Chief Comptroller of Import and Export is required for unregistered companies that import goods valued above USD 10,000.

Annex 2 of the Export Policy for 2024–2027 stipulates that a "No Objection Certificate" (NOC) from the Ministry of Information is required for the export of entertainment programmes, music, drama, films, documentary films, and similar content in any form. This restriction has been consistently included in every Export Policy since 2012.

It is reported that there is a lack of transparency in the standards domain. Approximately 1,500 out of 3,768 Bangladesh Standards (BDSs) remain unpublished. In addition, Bangladesh has yet to submit any notifications regarding draft measures, including technical regulations or conformity assessment procedures, to the WTO Committee on Technical Barriers to Trade.

It is reported that Bangladesh currently lacks a comprehensive type-approval system, governed by a dedicated law, to regulate the approval of telecommunication and radio equipment. Consequently, manufacturers and importers are required to obtain a "No Objection Certificate "(NOC) to import such devices. This certificate is issued upon the request of a licensed local importer and serves as confirmation that the equipment complies with at least the country’s fundamental regulatory requirements. To obtain the certificate, applicants must submit product specifications and test reports to the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC), yet in-country testing is not required. An acceptable CE report is required for the issuance of a BTRC NOC in Bangladesh.

Pursuant to Section 3.1.18 of the Digital Commerce Operation Guidelines, all foreign digital commerce platforms conducting business in Bangladesh must register in the country and obtain the necessary approvals from the relevant authorities. In addition, in accordance with Section 3.1.13, measures shall be undertaken to ensure that all digital commerce platforms are progressively mandated to acquire a Unique Business Identification Number (UBID). Additionally, as stipulated in Section 3.1.9, the implementation of digital wallets, gift cards, cash vouchers, or other payment alternatives shall not be permitted without the Central Bank's approval.

It is reported that limitations have been imposed on both individual and institutional Internet Banking Fund Transfer (IBFT) transactions. For individual users, the maximum permissible amount per transaction is 300,000 taka (approx. USD 2,500), with a maximum transaction frequency of 10 times per day, not exceeding a total of 1,000,000 taka (approx. USD 8,000) per day. For corporate entities, the transaction limit is 500,000 taka (approx. USD 4,000) per transaction, with a maximum frequency of 20 transactions per day and a daily limit of 2,500,000 taka (approx. USD 21,000).

Reports indicate a daily transfer limit of Tk 50,000 (approx. USD 400) between mobile financial service accounts and bank accounts, and a monthly limit of Tk 300,000 (approx. USD 2,500). The limit applies in both directions.