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HomeGoods and Services TaxGST Registration for Foreigners in India: Complete 2024 Guide

GST Registration for Foreigners in India: Complete 2024 Guide

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(Step-by-Step Process for Non-Residents & Foreign Companies)


1. 🏛️ Introduction to GST for Foreigners

Foreign businesses/individuals must register for GST if:

  • Supplying goods/servicesin India
  • Runninge-commerce operations
  • EarningOIDAR (Online Information) incomefrom India

🆕2024 Update:New 18% GST oncloud servicesprovided by foreign companies

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2. 🌐 Who Needs GST Registration?

Foreign Entities Requiring GST:

✅ Foreign companies with Indian clients
✅ Non-resident OIDAR service providers
✅ E-commerce operators (Amazon, eBay sellers)
✅ Foreign freelancers with Indian income

Exemptions:

❌ Temporary imports (< 6 months)
❌ Diplomatic missions

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3. ⏱️ Key Deadlines

SituationTime Limit
New registrationBefore starting business
Casual taxable persons5 days before operations
OIDAR servicesImmediate after crossing ₹20L threshold

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4. 📝 Step-by-Step Registration

For Non-Resident Taxable Persons:

1️⃣Appoint Indian Representative(Mandatory)
2️⃣Gather Documents(See Section 5)
3️⃣File FORM GST REG-09on GST Portal
4️⃣Pay Advance Tax(Estimated GST liability)
5️⃣Receive Temporary GSTIN(Valid for 90 days)

For OIDAR Providers:

➡ Simplified registration throughFORM GST REG-10

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5. 📄 Documents Required

  • For Companies:
    ✔ Certificate of Incorporation (Apostilled)
    ✔ Board Resolution authorizing Indian representative
    ✔ Passport copies of directors
  • For Individuals:
    ✔ Notarized passport copy
    ✔ Indian visa details
    ✔ Proof of overseas address

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6. 💰 Cost Structure

ExpenseAmount
Government Fee₹0 (Free)
Professional Fee₹5,000-₹15,000
Advance Tax DepositVaries by business
Penalty for Late Filing₹200/day

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7. ⚠️ Common Mistakes

Not appointing local representative
Underestimating advance tax(leads to rejection)
Missing document attestation
Ignoring OIDAR compliance

📌Case Study:German SaaS company faced ₹2.8L penalty for late GST registration!

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Dedicated NRI GST Experts
72-Hour Registration Guarantee
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9. ❓ FAQs

Q: Can foreigners get GST without Indian PAN?
A: Yes, using passport (Temporary GSTIN issued)

Q: Is physical presence required?
A: No, completely online process

Q: What about GST returns?
A: Must file monthly/quarterly returns through representative

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10. ✈️ Call-to-Action

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