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In Bangladesh, an EIR was introduced in Rajshahi City Corporation (RCC) to strengthen routine immunization services. However, evidence on user perceptions and operational implementation in this context remains limited. We assessed perceptions related to the feasibility and acceptability of the EIR among caregivers and healthcare providers (HCPs) in an urban pilot setting.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec id=\"sec002\">\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>We conducted a cross-sectional study between July and September 2024 in RCC, Bangladesh. Data were collected from caregivers of children receiving vaccinations and HCPs involved in immunization service delivery using a pretested semi-structured questionnaire. Perceptions of EIR-supported services were assessed using a 5-point Likert scale. Responses to open-ended questions were reviewed and summarized descriptively. This study was designed as a descriptive assessment and was not intended to evaluate the effectiveness or causal impact of the EIR system.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec id=\"sec003\">\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A total of 321 participants were included, comprising 305 caregivers and 16 HCPs. Electronic registration was conducted primarily at the Expanded Program on Immunization centers (87%), with additional outreach through house-to-house visits. Reported vaccination uptake among children registered in the EIR system was high within the study sample. Caregivers and HCPs reported generally positive perceptions of EIR-supported services. Most respondents selected \u2018satisfied\u2019 or \u2018highly satisfied\u2019 responses across assessed items. HCPs also reported positive experiences, particularly in relation to record management and data accessibility, while noting operational challenges such as intermittent internet connectivity and device-related limitations.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec id=\"sec004\">\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The EIR was perceived as acceptable by caregivers and HCPs in this urban pilot setting. 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