Bangladesh is preparing for a major transformation in how investments are managed and facilitated. The Bangladesh Investment Development Authority has announced that by 2030, all investment-related services in the country will be consolidated under a single digital platform named BanglaBiz. This move aims to eliminate fragmentation, reduce bureaucratic delays and create a more efficient environment for both local and foreign investors.
BanglaBiz is not entirely new. Its first version was launched on 28 September 2025 as an information portal connecting the One Stop Service systems of multiple authorities including Bangladesh Economic Zones Authority, Bangladesh Export Processing Zones Authority, Bangladesh Hi-Tech Park Authority and Bangladesh Small and Cottage Industries Corporation. The long-term vision now is to fully integrate these systems into one unified digital ecosystem, ensuring that investors no longer need to navigate multiple platforms.
Read More: Hydroponics Boom Begins with $30.5M Factory and 3,000 Jobs
Currently, BIDA’s One Stop Service platform offers 142 services and is connected with 47 government and institutional bodies. The system has already processed more than 215000 applications, reflecting strong adoption and growing reliance on digital investment services. To further strengthen this ecosystem, BIDA has signed 68 memorandums of understanding with various service providers and is working to expand the platform to over 150 services across 60 institutions in the coming years.
A significant advancement in this initiative is the integration of the banking sector. Five banks, including NCC Bank PLC, One Bank PLC, United Commercial Bank PLC, Shimanto Bank PLC and Al-Arafah Islami Bank PLC, have joined the initiative. Through this integration, investors will be able to open bank accounts online directly via the platform, including temporary accounts for foreign investors, making the entry process significantly smoother.
The development of BanglaBiz is being supported by the Japan International Cooperation Agency, highlighting international collaboration in strengthening Bangladesh’s investment infrastructure. New features unveiled under this partnership aim to improve user experience, speed up approvals and introduce more modern, investor-friendly functionalities.
Read More: Bepza Plans 2 New EPZs to Boost 17.03% Export Power in North
At the core of BanglaBiz is the “one-time information” principle. This means investors will only need to submit their information once, which will then be shared across all relevant agencies. Such a system reduces duplication, minimizes errors and significantly cuts down processing time.
As Bangladesh continues to position itself as an attractive investment destination, the transition to a unified digital platform represents a strategic shift toward transparency, efficiency and ease of doing business. If implemented effectively, BanglaBiz could redefine how investments are processed in the country and set a new benchmark for digital governance in South Asia.