This document outlines the account opening procedures for various types of bank accounts in Bangladesh, including personal accounts, joint accounts, business accounts, and accounts for organizations. It provides details on the required documentation and authorization needed for each type of account, such as national ID documents, business registration papers, account operating instructions, and signatures of account holders. The procedures are in place to properly verify customers and comply with relevant laws and regulations regarding bank accounts.
20. Verification of documents
List of documents Issuing Authority
Current Valid Passport Passport Office
Up-to-date TIN Certificate Tax Authority
Valid Driving License
Bangladesh Road Transport
Authority (BRTA)
Voter ID Card/NID
Office of Election Commission
(EC)
Armed Forces ID Card Employer or their delegate
A Bangladeshi Employer ID Card bearing the photograph and signature of
applicant
Employer
A certificate from any local government organs such as Union Council
Chairman, Ward Commission etc. (In this case the certifier should attest
applicants’ photograph along with signature).
UP Chairman / Ward
Councillor
Trade License with photograph can be accepted for individual’s identification Local Govt. Authority
Memorandum of association, Articles of association, Certification of
incorporation, certificate of commencement
Registrar of Joint Stock
Companies and Firms