In Bangladesh, individuals and organizations looking to operate as Internet Service Providers (ISPs) must navigate the comprehensive application process outlined by the Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC). Situated in the IEB Bhaban, the regulatory body has put forth a meticulous form, dubbed FORM-BTRC: ISP, tailor-made for both new applicants and those seeking renewal of their ISP license. This form meticulously gathers information, ranging from the applicant's profile, detailing the name, contact information, and type of ISP operation planned (nationwide or zonal) to a deep dive into the service and technical profile of the aspiring ISP. Special attention is given to the type of service offered, including dial-up, wireless, or wired options, and further specifications like bandwidth, disaster recovery plans, and technical infrastructure details are mandated. Essential to the application process are the financial and legal documents, which include, but are not limited to, pay order/bank draft details for fee submission, and various certifications and undertakings that assert the applicant's compliance with regulatory requirements and financial solvency. The form also requests a declaration related to any previous applications and the current status of licenses to ensure legitimacy and adherence to the Telecommunication Act of 2001. With the objective to streamline the ISP licensing process, this form incorporates a comprehensive checklist that ensures applicants submit all necessary documents including agreements with bandwidth providers, network diagrams, and proof of tax compliance. This diligent approach by the BTRC signifies its commitment to maintaining a robust, fair, and legally compliant telecommunication landscape in Bangladesh.
| Question | Answer |
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| Form Name | Isp License Bangladesh Form |
| Form Length | 4 pages |
| Fillable? | No |
| Fillable fields | 0 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 1 min |
| Other names | isp license category c, btrc isp license fee 2020, isp license cost, isp application form |
Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission
IEB Bhaban (5th, 6th & 7th Floor), Ramna,
Application Form for Internet Service Provider (ISP) License
( For Data Communication excluding Voice Communication )
[ See Section 36(5) of the Bangladesh Telecommunication Act, 2001 ]
[ Please see the General Information and Guidelines ]
□NEW □ RENEWAL
[Incomplete application will not be entertained and summarily rejected]
A. Applicant Profile |
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1.Name of Entity:
Registered Office Address
Telephone & Mobile
Fax
Website
2.Name of Contact Person:
Full Address for Communication
Telephone & Mobile
Fax
Website
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b. Coverage Area : ( Districts Name Only ) |
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B. Service Profile (Applicable for Renewal) |
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1. Location of Installation :
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4. Number & date of License of which renewal is sought for:
License Number
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5. a. Number of Clients/Users of Internet:
Home:
Office :
Cyber Café:
Others :
b. Number and list of Clients/Users of domestic point to point data connectivity:
Corporate user:
Branch User:
Personal user :
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Technical Profile |
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Type of Service: [ ] |
[ ] Wired (Optical/Copper) |
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Number of telephone lines provided by the PSTN :
b.Wireless
Access Code :
Number of BTS / PoPs :
Frequency :
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c.Wired
Length of laid cable :
Km.
□ DSL □ ADSL □ Optical Fiber □ UTP □ STP
2. Bandwidth: [ ] IIG |
[ ] Sublease |
Provider :
Allocation :
Medium :
Up -
Down -
Backup :
(If medium is authorized VSAT, Please mention frequency)
Allocation :
Medium :
Frequency :
Up -
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Down -
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3. Disaster Recovery Center / Data Center :
Address of Installation :
Connectivity |
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(If medium is authorized VSAT, Please mention frequency) |
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D. Pay Order/Bank Draft Details |
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Type of Payment: [ ] P.O. |
[ ] D.D. |
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a. Name of Bank : |
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E. Documents to be Enclosed for New ISP License: |
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Use tick [√] mark in the appropriate box |
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Application in a Letter Head Pad |
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Relevant Fees in the form of Pay Order/Bank Draft |
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Agreement with the bandwidth provider ( IIG/Sublease) |
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Description of existing business |
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Bank Solvency Certificate |
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Documents for financial capability to run the business |
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Undertaking about not as a Bank Defaulter |
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Certificate of Incorporation ( if applicable ) |
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Memorandum & Articles of Association ( if applicable ) |
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Trade License |
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12. |
Network Diagram in details |
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Equipment List |
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Business Plan |
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Proposed Tariff Chart |
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Undertaking on non judicial stamp of Tk. 150/- sworn before |
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the notary public of Bangladesh about not to take any activity |
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over VOIP / WiMAX business and not to use any kind of VSAT. |
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17. |
Latest Income Tax Clearance Certificate |
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Information with relevant documents regarding the amount of |
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VAT and Income Tax that the company has deposited to the |
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Government fund for the last 3 (three) years. |
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For Renewal of ISP License: |
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Use tick [√] mark in the appropriate box |
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Application in a Letter Head Pad |
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Relevant Fees in the form of Pay Order/Bank Draft |
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Statement of Payment to the Bandwidth Provider |
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Declaration about not being a Bank Defaulter |
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Trade License ( updated ) |
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6. |
Expanded Network Diagram in details |
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Equipment List ( for expansion ) |
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Internet Clients/Users List (Wireless/Wired) |
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Clients/Users list of Domestic point to point data connectivity. |
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Tariff Chart ( approved by the commission ) |
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Certificate from Bangladesh Bank regarding remittance to the |
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foreign Company. ( if authorized VSAT is Used ) |
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Statement of payment for the preceding year made to the |
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satellite company through the local bank transaction for VSAT |
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( if applicable ) |
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Statement of payment for the Radio Station & Frequency |
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Charge given to the Spectrum Management Division of the |
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commission. |
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14. |
Total Investment in details. |
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Undertaking on non judicial stamp of Tk. 150/- sworn before |
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the notary public of Bangladesh about not to take any activity |
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over VOIP / WiMAX business. |
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Undertaking on non judicial stamp of Tk. 150/- sworn before |
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the notary public of Bangladesh about not to use VSAT |
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( if applicable ) |
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17. |
Latest Income Tax Clearance Certificate |
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Information with relevant documents regarding the amount of |
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VAT and Income Tax that the company has deposited to the |
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Government fund for the last 3 (three) years. |
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Bank Solvency Certificate |
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F. Declaration : |
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1.Has any Application for License of ISP been rejected before? □ Yes □ No (if yes, please give date of application and reasons for rejection)
2.Has any License issued previously to the Applicant/any Share Holder/Partner been cancelled?
□Yes □ No (if yes, please give details)
3. Do the Applicant/any Share Holder/Partner hold any other Operator Licenses from the Commission?
□ Yes □ No (if yes, please give details)
4.I/We hereby certify that I/We have carefully read the guidelines/terms and conditions, for the license and I/We undertake to comply with the terms and conditions therein.
5.I/We hereby certify that I/We have carefully read the section 36 of Bangladesh Telecommunication Act, 2001 and I/We are not disqualified from obtaining the license.
6.I/We understand that if at any time any information furnished for obtaining the license is found incorrect then the license if granted on the basis of such application shall deemed to be cancelled and shall be liable for action as per Bangladesh Telecommunication Act, 2001.
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Name of the Applicant/Authorized |
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Signatory with Seal |
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Information |
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ISP Category Information: |
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Nationwide |
Central Zone |
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Dhaka City, |
Brahmanbaria, |
Sunamganj, |
Kushtia, |
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within the |
Zinzira & Savar |
Comilla, |
Sylhet, |
Chuadanga, |
Panchagar, |
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country |
Narayanganj District |
Norshingdi, |
Habiganj, |
Meherpur, |
Thakurgaon, |
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H/Q |
Chandpur, |
Moulvi Bazar, |
Jhenaidah, |
Nilphamari, |
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Gazipur District H/Q |
Lakshmipur, |
Sherpur, |
Magura, |
Lalmonirhat, |
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& Tongi |
Noakhali, |
Jamalpur, |
Jessore, |
Kurigram, |
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Feni, |
Netrokona, |
Narail, |
Rangpur, |
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Chittagong, |
Mymensingh, |
Khulna, |
Gaibandha, |
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Cox’s Bazar, |
Kishoreganj, |
Satkhira, |
Bogra, |
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Khagrachari, Rangamati |
Tangail, |
Bagerhat, |
Jaipurhat, |
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& Bandarban |
Munshiganj, |
Barisal, |
Rajshahi , |
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Manikganj, |
Bhola, |
Natore, |
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Narayangang excl., |
Jhalkathi, |
Naogaon, |
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District H/Q |
Pirojpur, |
Nawabganj, |
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Gazipur excl. District |
Barguna, |
Pabna & |
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H/Q & Tangi |
Patuakhali, |
Sirajganj |
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Dhaka excl. Dhaka |
Rajbari, |
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City, Zinzira & |
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Savar. |
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Madaripur & |
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Shariatpur |
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Note:
•No application for renewal of license shall be entertained beyond 90 days of the expiry of the year of license concerned and the license shall then stand cancelled and penal action shall follow if the licensee continues his business thereafter without valid license. The charges/fees/fines upto 90 days if not paid shall be recoverable under the Public Demands Recovery Act, 1913 (PDR Act 1913).
•The Fees/Charges are given in circular which is given in the website (www.btrc.gov.bd ).
•Application without the submission of complete documents and information will not be accepted.
•For Renewal, please attach a photocopy of the existing license.
•Payment should be made by a Pay order/ Demand Draft in favor of Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC).
•The Form fee and Evaluation fee (if applicable) is not refundable.
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