GST Registration - Authorised signatory

[Krishnamurthy V]

Kindly guide me

a) whether an authorized signatory must be an Indian Citizen.

b) if yes, please give relevant Rule/instructions/ Circulars issued

Regards

AI Summary

Authorized Signatory for GST Registration: Must Be a Resident of India with Aadhar and PAN Card According to Circular A discussion on a forum addressed whether an authorized signatory for GST registration must be an Indian citizen. One participant noted that the GST Act and rules do not explicitly require an authorized signatory to be an Indian citizen, except for non-resident taxable persons. Another participant mentioned that while the GST Acts and Rules do not specify this requirement, a circular mandates that the signatory must be a resident of India, possessing an Aadhar and PAN card. The discussion concluded with gratitude expressed towards the contributors for their insights.