Rule · BB · 23 Apr 2026
The Foreign Exchange Policy Department-1 of Bangladesh Bank directs all approved dealer banks to enforce the Ministry of Commerce's directive prohibiting the export of betel leaf without certification from the Bangladesh Betel Leaf (Pan) Exporters Association. This measure applies to all consignments and requires banks to take necessary action to ensure compliance with the April 8, 2026, government memorandum.
FOREIGN EXCHANGE POLICY DEPARTMENT-1 BANGLADESH BANK HEAD OFFICE DHAKA. Ref. No. FEPD-1 Circular Letter No. 05 Date: April 23, 2026 Branch 10, 1433
To:
All Approved Dealer Banks engaged in Foreign Exchange Transactions Head Office / Principal Office.
Regarding: Export of Betel Leaf Without Certification from the Bangladesh Betel Leaf (Pan) Exporters Association for Each Consignment.
Dear Sir,
In this regard, the Government of the People's Republic of Bangladesh, Ministry of Commerce, Memorandum No. 26.00.0000.157.33.012.02 (Part-1)-17 dated April 08, 2026, is enclosed herewith for your information and necessary action.
All concerned parties are requested to be informed about this matter.
Yours faithfully,
(Md. Harun-ur-Rashid)
Director (FEPD-1)
Phone: 9530123
Enclosure: As per list.
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