General Rules of Place of Supply of Services

A taxpayer must pay tax at the time and according to the place of supply under the GST law. The location where services are supplied is also where they are consumed.

Under the IGST Act, “Place of Supply” provisions are explained. Here we will explain the “Place of supply of goods under GST” in detail.

However, there are particular situations or regulations for determining the place of supply or services provided directly in connection with real estate, shipping, and other services.

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    Importance of Place of Supply

    Let’s first understand the importance of a precise supplier location determination for organisations. The following are some of the reasons for it.

    • According to section 19 of the IGST Act and section 70 of the CGST Act, incorrectly classifying a supply as intra-state rather than interstate or vice versa may cause difficulties for the taxpayer.
    • When incorrect taxes have been paid based on an incorrect classification, the taxpayer must request a refund.
    • On the basis of the revised/correct classification, the taxpayer must pay the correct tax and interest for the delay.
    • Additionally, knowing the supply location correctly will help us determine the tax incidence. If it is established that the place of supply is outside of India, no tax will be due on that transaction.

    Determining the Place of Supply of Services

    GST is a location-based tax, also known as a consumption tax. As such, tax is imposed and paid to the state where goods and services are consumed. There are three tax levels under GST: IGST, CGST, and SGST. Each level’s tax is assessed based on the supplier’s location and the location of the “Place Of Supply” as defined by the government.

    When a transaction is intra-state, CGST and SGST are imposed, while IGST is imposed when the transaction is inter-state. The following two ideas are crucial for comprehending where services are supplied:

    • Location of the recipient of services
    • Location of supplier of services.

    Location of the Recipient of Services

    Case Location Of Recipient Of Service
    When a supply is made at an establishment where registration has been obtained Such a place of business
    When a supply is made somewhere other than the business location for which registration has been obtained (a fixed establishment elsewhere) Such fixed establishments
    If a supply is received at more than one institution, whether it is a fixed establishment or a location of the business The location of the establishment that is most directly involved with supply receipt
    In the absence of such places The location of the recipient’s typical residence;

    Location Of The Provider/Supplier Of Services

    Case Location Of Supplier Of Services
    When a supply is made from an establishment where registration has been obtained The location of such a place of business
    If a supply is made outside of the location where registration has been secured for the business (a fixed establishment elsewhere) Where such an established establishment is located;
    Whenever a supply is made from more than one establishment, whether it be a permanent or commercial location, the location of the establishment where supply provision is most directly concerned
    In the absence of such places, The place where the supplier’s primary residence is;

    Domestic Transactions

    Domestic transactions refer to transactions where both the service provider and recipient are Indian citizens. These transactions can be classified as Inter-State (between two different states) or Intra-State (within the same state).

    General Rule: The place of supply for services will be the location of the service recipient, provided that the recipient is a registered person. However, when the service is rendered to an unregistered person, the site of supply will depend on the availability of address information:

    • If address information is available, the location of the service recipient will be the site of supply.
    • If address information is not available, the site of supply will be the location of the service provider.

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    International Transactions

    In these transactions, the service recipient or the service provider is outside India.

    General Rule: For services considered international transactions, the following location must be used:

    • Where the service recipient is located
    • When the location of the service receiver is unavailable, the supplier’s location will serve as the site of provis

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • What is the place of supply of services under GST for domestic transactions?
      For domestic transactions under GST, the place of supply is generally the location of the service recipient. However, specific rules apply based on the nature of the service, such as services related to immovable property, transportation, or performance-based services.
    • How is the place of supply determined for services provided to an unregistered person?
      For services provided to an unregistered person, the place of supply is typically the recipient’s location. If the recipient is located outside the taxable territory, the service is considered an export, subject to export provisions under GST.
    • What are the general rules for determining the place of supply for B2B services?
      For B2B services, the place of supply is generally the location of the service recipient, provided the recipient is registered under GST. Certain exceptions apply based on the type of service, such as services related to immovable property or performance-based services.
    • How does the place of supply change for services related to immovable property?
      For services related to immovable property, the place of supply is the location of the property itself, regardless of the location of the service provider or recipient. This includes services like construction, maintenance, and real estate transactions.
    • What is the place of supply for services related to training or personal development?
      The place of supply for training or personal development services is the location where the services are actually performed. If the training is provided in a specific location, the place of supply is that location. For online training, it depends on the recipient’s location.
    • How is the place of supply determined for transportation of goods services?
      For transportation of goods and services, the place of supply is the location where the goods are handed over for transportation. If the transportation is interstate, it is subject to IGST, and if intrastate, it is subject to CGST and SGST.
    • What are the rules for determining the place of supply for performance-based services?
      For performance-based services, the place of supply is generally where the services are actually performed. This applies to services such as consultancy, legal services, and advertising services, where the service is delivered to the recipient’s location or as specified in the contract.
    • Is the place of supply different for intermediary services under GST?
      Yes, the place of supply for intermediary services is determined as the location of the supplier. Intermediary services include services provided to facilitate a transaction between two other parties, such as agents, brokers, or consultants.
    • How is the place of supply determined for online information and database access services (OIDAR)?
      For OIDAR services, the place of supply is the recipient’s location, which is determined based on the recipient’s billing address or IP address. These services include digital content, online subscriptions, and cloud services provided remotely.
    • What are the specific rules for place of supply in case of banking and financial services?
      For banking and financial services, the place of supply is the location of the service recipient, i.e., the place where the recipient has his account or business establishment. If the service is not linked to any account, the place of supply is the service provider’s location.
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