Country guide
Bangladesh Business etiquette and meeting customs
Asia/Dhaka
What kind of meeting?
Moderate punctuality
A few minutes late is tolerated, but let people know if you'll be later.
Meeting Culture
Recommended duration45-60 min
Communication StylePolite, hierarchical
Greeting StyleHandshake (same gender) or salaam
Daily Schedule
Work Hours09:00 – 17:00
Breakfast08:00 – 09:00
Lunch13:00 – 14:00
Dinner20:00 – 21:00
Sleep23:00 – 06:45
Tips for Meetings
For the kind of meeting you chose above.
Dress Code
Business formal
Tone
Polite, hierarchical
- ·Seniority and age command deep respect in meetings
- ·Accept offered tea — it is a sign of hospitality
- ·Schedule around Ramadan and Friday prayers
- ·Use your right hand for greetings, eating, and passing objects — the left hand is considered impolite
General Tips
- ·Some flexibility in timing
- ·Respect for seniority and elders
- ·Hospitality is important — accept offered tea
- ·Avoid scheduling during Ramadan meal times
Cultural Notes
- ·Weekend is Friday-Saturday
- ·Growing tech sector
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