Bribery exists worldwide but has a significant negative impact on international business in Bangladesh. Bribes increase costs for businesses and distort markets by creating barriers to entry and unfair advantages for corrupt competitors. They reduce foreign investment and tax revenue for governments. While bribery is entrenched in Bangladeshi society and eradicating it will be difficult, recommendations include strengthening anti-corruption efforts, punishing bribery more severely, and promoting ethical values from an early age to help change the culture over time. The paper analyzes how bribery hinders international business in Bangladesh and argues it must be eliminated as the country develops its economy.