Fire License
How to Obtain a Fire License in Bangladesh
A Fire License is a mandatory permit required for all factories in Bangladesh, as set out by the Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting Act, 2003. This Act regulates the prevention, extinguishing of fires, and reduction of damages caused by fire. The Fire License is issued by the Fire Service and Civil Defense (FSCD).
Required Documents for Obtaining a Fire License:
- Duly filled-in prescribed application form
- Trade License
- Yearly Valuation Certificate from the relevant City Corporation or Municipality’s zonal office
- Deed of Agreement and receipt of rent
- Layout of the establishment authorized by RAJUK or City Corporation or relevant municipality’s zonal office
- Certificate of Incorporation and Memorandum of Association
- No-Objection Certificate (NOC) from local representative
- Clearance certificate from the FSCD office
- Duly filled-in additional form (in case of garment factories)
- Treasury Challan or Demand Note
Procedure:
- Submit the duly filled-in application form to the FSCD office along with the supporting documents.
- FSCD authority will visit the establishment and issue the demand note.
- The applicant must pay the amount prescribed in the demand note to the bank.
- Upon submitting the bank receipt slip to the FSCD office, the inspector will re-inspect the establishment.
- If the establishment meets the fire safety standards, FSCD will issue the fire certificate.
Government Fee Schedule and Time:
- The fee varies according to the type of factory establishment and assessment by the FSCD officer.
- The fire license must be renewed annually at the FSCD office.
