DHAKA, Nov 12, 2025 (BSS) - The National Board of Revenue (NBR) has issued strict directives restricting the entry of unauthorized individuals into Customs Bond Commissionerate (CBC) across the country.

An official order signed by Suraiya Sultana, Secretary of the Customs, Export and Bond wing of NBR, said it has been observed with deep concern that in recent times, unauthorized outsiders have been participating in various official activities inside Customs Bond offices without approval.

The directives noted that such unauthorized presence is disrupting the office environment and undermining official discipline and security. Despite repeated directives, including those issued during revenue review meetings, satisfactory progress has not been achieved in curbing unauthorized access, the NBR said.

It further stated that in several recent incidents at different Customs Bond Commissionerates, unauthorized individuals were allegedly involved in untoward occurrences.

In view of this, the NBR has instructed all Customs Bond Commissionerates to take strict legal and administrative measures to prevent the entry of any unauthorized person into their premises.

Additionally, the directive warned that if any officer or employee of the Bond Commissionerates is found to have links or involvement with such unauthorized individuals, disciplinary actions will be taken against them under the Employee Discipline and Appeal Rules, 2018.