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Common Mistakes New Entrepreneurs Make

This guide explains the most common mistakes new entrepreneurs make in Bangladesh and how to avoid them. It is...

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Business Registration Made Easy (Trade License, TIN, BIN)

This guide explains business registration in Bangladesh in easy English. It covers official links and steps to...

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How to Start a Small Business in Bangladesh

This guide explains how to start a small business in Bangladesh using easy English. It covers business idea se...

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Government Support and Incentives for Small and Medium Enterprises in Bangladesh

This content explains the different government support programs, incentives, and facilities available for smal...

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How to Get SME Loan in Bangladesh (with Bank & Government Support Comparison)

This guide explains how small business owners in Bangladesh can apply for SME loans. It includes steps, requir...

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How to Manage Business Money Properly

This guide explains how small business owners in Bangladesh can manage their business money properly. It helps...

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Common Legal Problems Small Businesses Face and How to Avoid Them

This content explains common legal problems faced by small business owners in Bangladesh and provides simple s...

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When and How to Pay VAT in Bangladesh

This content explains who needs to pay VAT, when VAT is payable, and how to submit VAT returns and payments in...

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Basic Tax Knowledge for Small Business Owners in Bangladesh

This content explains the basic tax system in Bangladesh for small business owners. It covers Income Tax, VAT,...

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How to Increase Sales with Small Budget for Small Businesses in Bangladesh

Practical tips to grow sales without spending much money. Focuses on low-cost marketing, customer engagement,...

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Using Facebook and WhatsApp to Sell Products in Bangladesh

Simple and practical guidance for small and medium entrepreneurs in Bangladesh to sell products through Facebo...

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How to Find Customers for Your Business in Bangladesh

Guidance for identifying potential customers and expanding market reach. The section focuses on simple, practi...

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Basic cybersecurity for SMEs

This guide explains simple cybersecurity steps for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). It helps new business...

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Social media advertising on a budget

This guide explains how small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Bangladesh can advertise on social media withou...

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Accepting Digital Payments for SMEs in Bangladesh (bKash Merchant, Nagad Business)

This guide explains how small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Bangladesh can accept digital payments using bK...

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Incoterms basics for beginners

This article explains the key Incoterms (International Commercial Terms) for SMEs and new exporters in Banglad...

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Export financing options

This guide explains the main export financing options for SMEs in Bangladesh. It helps new exporters understan...

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Customs clearance for SMEs

This guide explains the customs clearance process for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Bangladesh. It he...

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Environmental certificates for small factories

This guide explains how small factories can get environmental certificates. It helps factory owners follow rul...

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Food safety licensing (for food businesses)

This guide explains how small food businesses can get a food safety license. It helps business owners ensure s...

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Basic labor law compliance

This guide explains the basic labor law compliance requirements for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). It he...

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Agriculture & food processing value addition

Value addition in agriculture and food processing means improving a raw product to make it more useful or sell...

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Restaurant Food Business Licensing

This guide explains the complete licensing and legal requirements for starting and running a restaurant or foo...

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IT freelancer tax guide

This guide explains how IT freelancers in Bangladesh can manage taxes. It helps freelancers understand tax rul...

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Frequently AskedQuestions

Find quick answers to common questions about SMEF, including business registration, VAT, taxes, and more.

A small or medium business run with limited money and workers.

SMEF (Small and Medium Enterprise Foundation) is an organization that supports small and medium businesses by providing registration, guidance, training, policy support, and access to resources to help enterprises grow.

Entrepreneurs, startups, and small or medium business owners who meet SMEF’s eligibility criteria can join, regardless of sector, as long as they operate as a legitimate business.

National ID, Trade License, business address proof, and completed application form.

SME registration usually takes 5–10 working days if all documents are correct.

Many SMEF services are free or subsidized. Some specialized training programs or services may have a minimal fee, depending on the program.

Yes, SMEF provides guidance and support related to VAT registration, tax compliance, and general financial best practices for SMEs.

Yes, SMEF offers loans, training, and mentoring programs specifically for women.

Yes, special funding, training, and advisory programs are available for entrepreneurs with disabilities.

SMEF and EPB provide guidance, trade fair participation, and export promotion programs.

Training on online payments, website creation, social media marketing, and basic digital tools.

You can contact SMEF through their official website, email, helpline number, or by visiting their office for direct assistance.

Contact SMEF directly via phone, email, online forms, or visit local offices for grievance resolution.

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