Bangladesh’s export sector has now stepped into global online marketplaces. Bangladesh Bank has allowed direct overseas sales through Amazon, Alibaba, and eBay, creating a major opportunity for exporters.
A circular issued by the bank’s Foreign Exchange Policy Department on Monday (November 24) outlined the decision.
According to the central bank, a new policy initiative has been taken to boost Bangladesh’s presence in global online markets. To make cross-border e-commerce easier and more effective, exports have now been permitted under the Business-to-Business-to-Consumer (B2B2C) framework.
Under this system, authorized dealer (AD) banks can process export transactions where the foreign consignee will act as an intermediary marketplace instead of the final buyer. This means Bangladeshi products can be exported through platforms like Amazon, eBay, Alibaba, Etsy, or any international subsidiary or third-party warehouse.
Exporters must submit proof of registration with the respective global marketplace or warehouse to the AD Bank. Since the B2B2C model does not follow traditional sales contracts, exporters can declare the fair value of goods through proforma invoices. If the consignee only provides services, shipping documents prepared in their name will also be accepted by the bank.
Export-earning procedures have also been simplified. Export payments can now be received through international payment service operators in addition to regular banking channels. If payments from different invoices arrive together—common in online platform-based exports—banks will be allowed to adjust the earnings following the “first-in, first-out” method.
Industry insiders say this policy will significantly boost cross-border e-commerce, open new markets for small and medium exporters, and strengthen Bangladesh’s position in the global online marketplace. The new structure is expected to help expand the country’s diversified exports by connecting Bangladeshi products to international digital retail channels.
