BB allows banks to send up to $15,000 for treatment abroad

Bangladesh Bank (BB) has allowed banks to send up to $15,000 for the treatment abroad.

The funds can be sent in foreign currencies directly to the hospital abroad or through an international card, said a BB circular issued today.

The highest cash release limit in this case is set at $5,000, according to the notice.

Prior regulatory approval will be required for any amount exceeding these limits.