Bangladesh Employment Guide

Bangladesh Employment Guide

Bangladesh, located in South Asia with a population exceeding 170 million, has a rapidly growing economy driven by textiles, agriculture, manufacturing, and information technology. Dhaka serves as the political and economic center. Employment in Bangladesh is regulated by the Labor Act, which governs employment contracts, working hours, minimum wage, overtime, social security, and employee benefits. The country has a mix of formal and informal employment, with labor protections focused on factory and service sector workers. Employers must comply with local labor laws to ensure legal and fair employment practices.

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Currency

Bangladeshi Taka (BDT)

Capital

Dhaka

Official language

Bengali

Salary Cycle

Monthly

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Paid Time Off Policy

Both full-time and part-time employees are entitled to 20 working days of Paid Time Off (PTO) annually. PTO accrues at a rate of one day for every 18 days worked per month. Eligibility for annual leave begins only after successful completion of the probationary period.

Public Holidays in Bangladesh

Bangladesh observes 20 statutory public holidays throughout the year, totaling 24 days off. These holidays reflect the country's rich cultural and religious diversity.

Key National and Religious Observances

  • Language Martyrs' Day & International Mother Language Day
  • Birth Anniversary of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
  • Shab-e-Barat
  • Independence Day & National Day
  • Bengali New Year (Pohela Boishakh)
  • Jumu'ah-tul-Wida
  • Shab-e-Qadr
  • May Day (Labour Day)
  • Eid-ul-Fitr (3-day celebration)
  • Buddha Purnima
  • Bank Holiday
  • Eid-ul-Adha (3-day celebration)
  • Ashura (Muharram)
  • National Mourning Day
  • Janmashtami
  • Durga Puja
  • Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi
  • Victory Day
  • Christmas Day
  • Bank Holiday

For comprehensive holiday scheduling and workforce planning, SailGlobal recommends consulting official sources such as the Bangladesh Bank website or dedicated public holiday portals.

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