Requirement

[Guest]

Dear Sir,

i have started Export/Import business in ahmedabad(Guj), i want know that as a exporter VAT/CST number is compulsory for Export or not?

in which area it is useful?

kindly advice.

Regards,

Nikunj Prajapati

Colossal Global

[YAGAY and SUN]

Dear Nikunj,

It is mandatory for an export to get registration under VAT/CST under the State VAT/CST regulation. Please check Section 21 and 22 of Gujarat VAT Act and CST Act also check the Chapter III of the Gujarat VAT Rules in this regard. On export there is no VAT/CST. Therefore, if you are registered, then, you can claim this benefit otherwise you may be penalized for not getting the registration certificate and filing the prescribed returns etc.

This is for your kind information.

Regards,

Team YAGAY and SUN

(Management and Indirect Tax Consultants)

[Mahir S]

Yes, and VAT/CST registration also required for purpose of H Form and for submission to various authorities.

AI Summary

VAT/CST registration required for exporters to secure zero-rate treatment and H Form compliance, failing which penalties may apply. Exporters must obtain VAT/CST registration under state VAT and the CST framework; registration is required to access zero-rated treatment for exports and to claim associated benefits. Documentary compliance such as the H Form is necessary for submission to authorities. Non-registration or failure to file prescribed returns can attract penalties and prevent claiming export-related tax relief.