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Bangladesh
Right-hand drive (RHD) is strictly mandatory — LHD is completely banned, even for private use.
Driving side
Right-hand drive (RHD)
Max vehicle age
5 years — Reconditioned cars are allowed up to 5 years old from the manufacture year; age is calculated from the first day of the year after the chassis's manufacture year.
Customs & duty
varies — confirm with your customs broker
Emission standard
varies — confirm with your customs broker
VIN re-carving
VIN re-carving is prohibited — Bangladesh also requires an accredited inspection certificate (e.g. JAAI) documenting age and chassis number before clearance.
Required documents
- Commercial export invoice
- Bill of lading (B/L)
- Certificate of origin
- Vehicle inspection / diagnosis report (Encar)
- Buyer passport / ID
- Accredited inspection certificate (e.g. JAAI) documenting age and chassis number
Primary ports of entry
Chattogram (Chittagong)
Important notes
- Important: Bangladesh completely bans LHD vehicles — customs will reject clearance for any LHD car and BRTA will not issue registration. Import must also be direct from the country of origin, not via a third country.
Sources
This information is for general guidance and may change. Always confirm the latest rules with your local customs broker before buying or shipping.