Handbook: VAT Exempted Goods & Services Chart FY 2026-27
The complete reference for VAT-exempt goods and services in Bangladesh for FY 2026-27. Know exactly what's exempt before filing your VAT returns.
Handbook: VAT Exempted Goods & Services Chart FY 2026-27
Everything in one printable sheet
Compiled from the Finance Act 2026 and updated for FY 2026-27. Verified by Jasim Uddin FCA.
Basic Food Items & Agricultural Produce
VAT-exempt unprocessed foods, grains, vegetables, fruits, fish and livestock — essential commodities.
Healthcare, Medicine & Medical Equipment
Exemptions for pharmaceuticals, medical devices, hospital services and diagnostic equipment.
Educational Services & Materials
VAT-exempt tuition services, books, academic materials and registered educational institutions.
Export-Related Goods & Services
Export supply exemptions, services provided to export-oriented businesses and zero-rated categories.
Cottage Industries & Small Businesses
VAT exemptions for registered cottage industries, handloom products and small artisan producers.
Digital Economy — Content Creators & Freelancers
New for FY 2026-27 — services provided by content creators and freelancers are now VAT-exempt for the first time.
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