Trade Finance BD

Trade Workflows

Import, Export & Regulatory path

Step‑by‑step learning guides. Always validate with current official sources before action.

Import LC Flow

Importer identifies supplier, obtains proforma invoice / contract.
AD bank reviews eligibility, licence evidence, LC application.
LC issued and advised via banking channel.
Supplier ships goods, presents commercial, transport, insurance documents.
AD bank examines documents, handles acceptance / payment.
Arrival, customs assessment, duty payment, release, post‑import reporting.

Export Process Flow

Exporter registration, account opening, CDD completed.
Receives order / LC / collection arrangement; AD reviews basis.
EXP or electronic reporting completed via official system.
Goods shipped after customs formalities.
Exporter submits shipping documents to AD bank for negotiation.
AD checks documents, buyer details, realization reporting.

Regulatory Map

Bangladesh Bank – FE/FEPD/BRPD circulars, AD Forum minutes.
Commerce – Import/Export Policy, IRC/ERC, CCI&E.
Customs & NBR – Tariff, Bill of Entry, Bond status, VAT.
Zones – BEPZA, BEZA, EPB instructions.
Bank internal – KYC/CDD, sanctions, TBML screening, approval notes.

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Regulatory Policy

Official source board

Open the agency website, search by circular number or subject. Later amendments always supersede.

Agency	Key Use	Link
Bangladesh Bank	FEPD, FEOD, BRPD circulars	Circular room
AD Forum	Meeting minutes (operational context)	AD Forum minutes
CCI&E	IRC/ERC licensing	CCI&E OLM
Bangladesh Customs	Tariff, Bill of Entry, bond	Customs \| Bond status
NBR / VAT	Tax, VAT instructions	NBR \| VAT online
BEPZA / BEZA	Zone client & agency rules	BEPZA \| BEZA
EPB / Trade Portal	Exporter guidance, public procedures	EPB \| Trade Portal
BFIU / ICC	AML/CFT, UCP, ISBP, Incoterms	BFIU \| ICC
RJSC	Company registration check	RJSC

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Learning Portal

External study decks

Open the deck you need. Use for study, then check current official sources before operational work.

Import FE Circular 33

Import LC, BTB, UPAS, file study.

Open deck

Export FE Circular 31

Proceeds, EXP follow‑up, study.

Open deck

Global Trade Finance

International trade finance overview.

Open deck

Digital Trade FEPD 15

Digital trade reference.

Open deck

PIF Circular

PIF learning deck.

Open deck

EPZ / BEZA Learning

Zone client import study.

Open deck

Import / Export Policy

IPO & EPO learning decks.

Import Export

HS Code + Price Check

Tariff & price lookup.

Open tool

TBML & CDCS

Trade‑based ML and documentary credit study.

TBML CDCS

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Downloads

Working files & references

Download sample forms, checklists and policy extracts. Confirm usage rights before distribution.

Import forms & checklists

LC Application (sample)
Bill of Entry checklist
Import registration form

Export forms & registers

EXP declaration form
Proceeds realisation register
Export registration (ERC) guide

Policy & circular extracts

FE Circular 33 (summary)
FE Circular 31 (summary)
Customs bond procedure

ICC & trade practice

UCP 600 quick reference
ISBP 821 digest
Incoterms 2020 chart

Compliance & AML

KYC/CDD checklist
TBML red‑flag indicators
Sanctions screening guide

EPZ / BEZA guides

BEPZA import procedure
BEZA investment guide
Zone bond entitlement

ICC / CDCS materials: confirm usage rights before public sharing.

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Compliance Source Check

Document‑first review assistant

Use public tools with non‑confidential text only. Never paste customer names, account numbers, LC numbers, or private bank data.

ChatGPT Claude Gemini

Prompt template

Role: Trade finance source-check reviewer.
Hard rule: use ONLY the provided official text / circular extract. If insufficient, say "Cannot answer safely" and list what to verify.

Output:
1. Short learning answer
2. Exact reference used
3. What to re‑verify before operation
4. Risk points for file
5. Document checklist
6. Bank action points (subject to policy)
7. Must‑check: later circulars, AD Forum, Customs/NBR, CCI&E, BEPZA/BEZA, bank policy.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Short learning answers. Always verify current source before action.

What to check first for an import LC?

Customer eligibility, licence evidence, PI details, goods description, shipment terms, latest BB circulars, bank policy.

Is FE Circular 33 sufficient?

No – it’s a study base. Always check later circulars, AD Forum minutes, Customs/NBR, bank policy.

Where to check CCI&E licensing?

CCI&E OLM portal. Keep the verified result for your file.

Bond licence status?

Use the Customs Bond Licence / Entitlement Status Check website.

Does this portal approve transactions?

No. Approval must follow official rules and bank’s authorised process.

Why include BFIU / AML references?

Trade finance carries AML/CFT risk. Use BFIU references and bank‑approved screening.

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Knowledge Check

Quiz & learning certificate

Test your understanding. Certificate is for learning only – not regulatory or bank approval.

Q1: Bangladesh Bank circular search?

BB circular room. Search by department, number, date, subject.

Q2: Use FE 33 alone for import decisions?

No – later circulars, amendments, bank policy must be checked.

Q3: CCI&E online licensing portal?

CCI&E OLM.

Q4: Bond status website purpose?

Check customs bond licence / entitlement status.

Q5: Which body publishes UCP / ISBP?

ICC.

Q6: Can public tools see customer data?

No – never paste names, account/LC numbers, invoices or private bank info.

Learning certificate template

This certifies that __________________________ completed the Trade Finance Portal learning check on __________________ and reviewed the core modules.

Certificate for learning only. Not regulatory or bank approval.

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Disclaimer

This is a learning portal. It is not Bangladesh Bank instruction, legal opinion, bank approval, or compliance clearance.

Before any operational decision, verify the latest official circulars, AD Forum minutes, Customs/NBR rules, CCI&E records, BEPZA/BEZA notices, customer documents, and internal bank policy. If unclear, stop and escalate through the approved bank channel.

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