Environment License
Environment clearance and licence support for factories, projects, and regulated operations in Bangladesh.
Environment License — Complete Guide for Bangladesh
| Industry Category | Environmental Impact Level | Certificate Validity | Core Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green | Minimal impact | 3 Years | Direct application, basic project description |
| Orange-A | Minor impact | 1 Year | Layout plan, process flow diagram |
| Orange-B | Moderate impact | 1 Year | Initial Environmental Examination (IEE), Environmental Management Plan (EMP) |
| Red | High impact | 1 Year | Full Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), EMP, and Location Clearance Certificate (LCC) |
- Form Submission: Fill out the prescribed Form-3 application based on your industry type.
- Document Assembly: Collate required papers, including trade licenses, fire certificates, process flowcharts, layout designs, and specialized technical reports (IEE/EIA/EMP) for higher tiers.
- Fee Payment: Pay government registration fees based on your total investment project amount.
- Site Inspection: A designated DoE Inspection Officer conducts a physical evaluation of the proposed site.
- Committee Review: For Orange-B and Red categories, applications go through a specialized DoE committee evaluation.
- ECC Issuance: Once the authority is completely satisfied with the pollution controls and documentation, the final certificate is approved and issued.
Proper document preparation, accurate submission, and timely follow-up are critical for Environment License. Return Dakhil's experienced team handles every step — from reviewing your documents to receiving the final approval on your behalf.
Documents Required
- Total Investment
- Amount of Land
- Total Manpower
- Trade License
- NOC
- Product Name
- Start Construction For Proposed Industrial Unit Or Project
- Completion Construction For Proposed Industrial Unit Or Project
- Trial Production For Proposed Industrial Unit Or Project
- Start Operation For Proposed Industrial Unit Or Project
- Production Quantity To Be Produced
- Raw Materials Quantity
- Source Materials Quantity
- Quantity Water to be used daily
- Source of Water
- Name of Fuel
- Fuel Quantity
- Source of Fuel
- Fuel Quantity
- Quantity of daily Liquid Waste
- Location Waste Discharge
- Quantity of daily emission of gaseous substances
- Mode emission of gaseous substances
- Mouza (Village) Map indicating "Daag"(plot) number
and "Khatiayan"(land tax account) number - Rent Agreement / Land ownership document
- Approval of RAJUK/KDA/RDA
- Process Flow
- Location Map
Usually 3 to 15 working days depending on authority review, document quality, and any inspection requirement.
Total cost depends on government fees, professional charges, and any applicable VAT or stamp duty.
Step-by-Step Process
Review eligibility and document checklist
Draft the application and complete required forms
Submit to the relevant authority
Handle authority queries or corrections
Collect the certificate, licence or approval
Why Choose Return Dakhil
We coordinate directly with government offices to complete your work in the shortest possible time
Every document is verified and corrected before submission to avoid rejection
We ensure all filings follow the latest regulations and government requirements
We remain in contact with the authority until your approval or certificate is received
Frequently Asked Questions about Environment License
How long does Environment License take in Bangladesh?
Typically 3 to 15 working days depending on the authority, document quality, and any inspection or field verification requirements.
What documents are required for Environment License?
Standard requirements include applicant NID or passport, relevant business documents, address proof, and applicable application forms.
Can this be done online?
Many government services now support online applications. Return Dakhil helps set up portal accounts and handles the full digital submission process.
How does Return Dakhil assist with Environment License?
We manage the complete process — from eligibility review and document preparation to submission, authority follow-up, and approval collection.
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