Standard Chartered Bangladesh has launched the Freelancer Account, a tailored banking solution designed to meet the unique needs of the country’s vibrant freelance community.

The Freelancer Account makes it easier for freelancers to receive overseas payments swiftly and securely.

It offers end to end digital account opening process from anywhere — whether working from a home office, university dorm, or startup hub.

This account offers zero account maintenance fees, free inward remittance, foreign currency remittance certificate, a complimentary international debit card along with processing fee and annual fee waiver on personal loan and selected credit card, said a press release.

It provides freelancers with a simple, cost-effective, and globally accessible banking solution. Account holders can submit Form C via Standard Chartered’s Internet Banking app, enabling faster crediting of remittances.

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Lutful Habib, Head of Wealth and Retail Banking, Standard Chartered Bangladesh, said that Freelancer Account designed specifically for the bold and brave Freelancers of our country.

“This is more than a bank account, it is an entire banking experience built so that freelancers can easily receive payments from global platforms like Upwork, Fiverr, and more.”

Dr. Tanjiba Rahman, Chairman, Bangladesh Freelancers Development Society (BFDS), said that Freelancing is a powerful pathway to transform the unemployed into skilled contributors to the knowledge-based digital economy.

“We are delighted that Standard Chartered has introduced a user-friendly account that meets the financial needs of freelancers and supports the flow of foreign remittances into Bangladeshi.”