Power of Attorney from USA to Bangladesh

Power of Attorney from USA to Bangladesh is a very crucial instrument for NRBs. Many of the Non-Resident Bangladeshis (NRBs) living in the USA often need to manage property matters in Bangladesh. Sometimes, it becomes impossible to physically present in Bangladesh to complete such work.  

A registered power of attorney in Bangladesh may be a relief in such cases. Whatever the case may be, a valid POA can save time, prevent fraud, and ensure a smooth transaction in Land or Apartment buy and sale, development or even for management.

This article is published to help you understand the step-by-step process of legal drafting, embassy attestation, courier delivery, and final registration of power of attorney at the Sub Registry Office in Bangladesh from the USA.

What is a Power of Attorney?

Power of Attorney (POA) in Bangladesh refers to a legal document drafted and registered as recommended by the government that authorizes someone else (called the attorney) to act on your behalf in various legal, financial, or property matters.

A Power of Attorney registered through the Bangladesh Embassy, High Commission of Bangladesh in USA, or Consular office of Bangladesh is known as a Foreign Power of Attorney.

Common types of Power of Attorney from USA to Bangladesh

Types of POA	Usage
General Power of Attorney	For sale, management, Mortgage or loan
Special Power of Attorney	Task-specific (e.g., Succession Certificate, RajUK Mutation, Bank Matters)
Irrevocable Power of Attorney	Joint Venture Developments, Construction

Note: For property matters, always use a General Power of Attorney.

Why NRBs make Power of Attorney from USA to Bangladesh

Not only the NRBs in USA send power of attorney in Bangladesh but also NRB’s from the other countries make foreign power of attorney. Power of attorney mostly used for land and apartment buy and sale, bank loan, joint venture developments and for the purpose of updating land mutation, khajna, tenant managements and others.

At our law firm AIN BISHAROD, in last 2 years we registered more than 47 foreign power of attorney. These were registered through the embassy or high commission of Bangladesh in different countries. Here is a detail analysis of our completed work with their purpose.

Power of Attorney from USA to Bangladesh VS other countries

Major Countries	Cases
USA	12
UK	9
Canada	7
Germany	3
Australia	5
New Zealand	2
France	4
UAE	2
Others	4

Purpose of making Power of Attorney from USA to Bangladesh

Major Countries	Percentage
Land buy and sale	48%
Apartment sale	26%
Power of attorney to developer companies	15%
Succession Certificate claim	2%
RajUK Mutation, MoHPW Mutation	7%
Sonchoy Patro and Bank matters	2 %

Step-by-Step Guide to Registering Power of Attorney in Bangladesh from USA

1. Preparation of Documents

The process starts with collection and up-dating the required documents for Power of Attorney. The requirement is prescribed by the government and changes from time to time. However, currently the following documents are required to register a Power of Attorney deed from USA via the embassy of Bangladesh.         

(A) Documents for MoHPW, NHA and RajUK Power of Attorney

• Allotment letter
• Possession letter
• Lease deed/ Lease Agreement
• Title deed (If became owner by purchase or gift)
• Via deed(s) (if any) and Sale permission
• Mutation Permission ( RajUK, MoHPW, NHA)
• Warishan sanad issued by UP or City Corp. (if any)
• Succession certificate from Court (if any)
• AC Land Mutation (Up-to-date Khajna, DCR), and Mutation proposal and Mutation Khatiyan).
• Photo, NID/Passport, TIN and TAX return of the Land Owner and power receiver.

(B) Documents for freehold or private land Power of Attorney

• Title deed (If became owner by purchase or gift)
• Via deed(s) (if any)
• Khatiyan (CS, SA, RS, City/BS)
• Warishan sanad issued by UP or City Corp. (if any)
• Succession certificate from Court (if any)
• AC Land Mutation (Up-to-date Khajna, DCR), and Mutation proposal and Mutation Khatiyan).
• Photo, NID/Passport, TIN and TAX return of the power maker and receiver.

2. Draft the Power of Attorney Deed (in Bangladeshi Format)

A properly formatted deed is the pre-requisite of land registration in Bangladesh. This format is prescribed by the government and change time to time. Most important part is to draft the deed in English. If the deed is written is Bangla, you later need to translate it for notarization or attestation and even may be rejected sometime.

An expert property lawyer can help you in drafting to registration of a power of attorney in Bangladesh for a package fee. Many people ask us for Power of Attorney PDF format and try to draft it with help of local lawyers.

In such cases, unintentional error occurs as they are not accustomed with Bangladeshi land registration process, valuation, schedule of property, nature of the transaction etc. As a result, the power of attorney is rejected by the Sub-Register and client faces time and money loss.

Ask a Bangladeshi lawyer to draft the power of attorney format in Bangladesh.

3. Attestation at Bangladesh Embassy

Once a power of attorney deed is drafted and printed on the stamp paper, it will be sent to the power maker at USA. The POA will enclose the supporting documents in serial. The principle then shall visit the nearest Bangladesh Embassy or High Commission. For example, Bangladesh Embassy in Washington DC, or Bangladesh High Commission in New York subject to a prior appointment. Following formalities are required at the embassy.

4. Courier to Bangladesh

As soon as the attestation is done, return the attested Power of Attorney deed to Bangladesh. Please remember the attested POA has a 90 day time bar to submit it before the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dhaka.

Use DHL/FedEx to send the attested document to your appointed property lawyer in Bangladesh. Keep the tracking ID and memo for future reference.

5. Post attestation formalities in Bangladesh

After attestation by the Embassy of Bangladesh, such Power of Attorney is required by law to be cross-verified by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Generally, it takes 10–15 days for ministry approval. Immediately after ministry approval, the approved POA shall need to be submitted before the District Commissioner of the concerned district where the land is situated.

The District Commissioner, on receipt of such application, shall forward it to the concerned AC Land office and Tahsil office to check if any government interest or case is involved with the scheduled land.

If the AC Land finds no issues, he will submit a report to the District Commissioner. The Commissioner then shall ask to pay the prescribed government fees and stamp duties associated with it.

After stamping, the District Commissioner shall forward the file to the concerned Sub-Registrar with approval for registering the Power of Attorney deed.

6. Registration at Sub Registry Office

The Power of Attorney once stamped and approved by the District Commissioner, will reach the Sub-Registry Office within 3–5 days. It is advisable to register the Power of Attorney deed immediately upon its arrival at the Sub-Registry Office. On the day of registration, the attorney in Bangladesh must be physically present at the Sub-Registry Office with all original documents, including NID, photographs, and other required papers.

In the case of a foreign Power of Attorney, an additional affidavit (signed by the attorney) must be attached along with the attested Power of Attorney.

Time and cost required for Registering Power of Attorney in Bangladesh from USA

It is difficult to suggest an exact timeframe for registering a Power of Attorney executed through the Embassy of Bangladesh. The duration largely depends on the expense, effort, experience, and professional tactics of the lawyer handling the process.

Based on our decade-long experience in legal practice, we have outlined a general timeframe to help our readers better understand the process:

Field of Work	Time Required	Estimated Cost (in BDT)
Documents Collection / Update	01–05 days	At actual
Drafting and Documentation	03 days	10,000/-
Document Send and Return (via Courier)	07 + 07 = 14 days	Courier Fee (3,000–5,000)
Attestation at BD Embassy (USA)	05 days	Courier Fee (3,000–5,000)
Cross-Attestation at Foreign Ministry	07–10 days	Govt. fees, stamp duty, registration, certified copy fees (30,000–45,000)
Approval from DC Office	10–12 days	Included above
Registration of Foreign Power of Attorney	01 day	Included above
Certified Copies Collection	03 days	Included above
Total	35-45 days	BDT 50,000–65,000

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. How can I make a power of attorney from USA to Bangladesh?

You can get power of attorney from Bangladesh with the help of an expert property lawyer. Read this know learn the detail process.

2. Can I use the same POA for multiple properties?

Yes you can. But if your property is situated in the same mouza or within the same registration jurisdiction, the process is manageable. However, if the property is located in a different district, it may result in unnecessary harassment and delays for you.

3. Is embassy attestation mandatory for a Power of Attorney from the USA to Bangladesh?

Of course. Without Bangladesh Embassy/High Commission attestation, your POA is not legally valid as far you are not present in Bangladesh.

4.         Can I get a general power of attorney sample Bangladesh from you?
Yes, but generally it won’t be helpful for you. You may take it for reference only.

5.         Is there a downloadable power of attorney Bangladesh PDF?
Yes, but always consult a lawyer to ensure it meets Sub Registry requirements.

6. How much does a foreign power of attorney cost?

A general power of attorney for sale, loan, mortgage or tenant management may cost BDT 50,000 to 90,000 taka. An Irrevocable power of attorney shall cost BDT 2,20,000 to 3,00,000 taka including government fees, taxes, lawyer fees and registration fees.

7. Is there any time limit for Power of Attorney?

Unless specified in the deed, the power of attorney remain effective till completion of dedicated work or death of either its maker or receiver.

8. Can I do a power of attorney online?

No. You cannot register a power of attorney deed online from the USA or other countries.

9.  What documents are necessary for Power of Attorney in Bangladesh?

Following are the required documents to register a power of attorney deed in bd from abroad:

            1. NID, Photo, Passport, Address of both power maker and receiver

            2. Title deed

            3. Via deed

            4. Khatiyan

            5. Mutation with Khajna, DCR and Mutation khatiyan

            6. Warishan Sanad if inherited

10. What is the use of Power of attoney?

            A power of attorney may serve for followings:

            1. Land buy and sale

            2. Apartment buy and sale

            3. Bank matters

            4. Succession and warshan matters

            5. Sonchoypatro, Company Share, divorce and others

            6. Joint venture land developments

            7. Appointment or engage lawyer

            8. Sue or defend civil and criminal case

            9. Represent in arbitration

            10. Settlement of partnership disputes    

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