SaaS / cloud platforms
Subscription software sold to Indian consumers.
- Annual subscription = 18% IGST
- Indian PoA holder
- GSTR-5A monthly
OIDAR Services
OIDAR GSTIN - for foreign digital service providers.
Online Information & Database Access or Retrieval (OIDAR) services - SaaS, online courses, streaming, digital ads, e-books - supplied by foreign providers to non-taxable Indian recipients need a simplified Indian GST registration with 18% tax.
Qualified CA / CS partners10-15 working daysBest for: Foreign SaaS / streaming / digital service exporters
Starting at
₹14,999
OIDAR GSTIN
Foreign SaaS / streaming / digital service exporters
REG-10 simplified registration
GSTR-5A monthly
18% IGST on B2C supplies
Indian authorised representative
Timeline
10-15 working days
What it is
OIDAR GSTIN, explained in plain English.
OIDAR is defined under Section 2(17) of the IGST Act as services delivered through information technology over the internet, requiring minimal human intervention. Foreign suppliers serving non-taxable Indian customers (B2C) must register under Section 14, charge 18% IGST and file GSTR-5A monthly.
TL;DR
Foreign SaaS / streaming / e-learning sold to Indian B2C buyers = OIDAR. REG-10 + 18% IGST + GSTR-5A monthly. B2B sales fall under reverse charge - no foreign registration needed.
Key terms
The vocabulary you'll see on the portal.
OIDAR
Online Information & Database Access or Retrieval - automated, internet-delivered services.
REG-10
Special simplified GST registration for OIDAR foreign suppliers.
GSTR-5A
Monthly return for OIDAR suppliers - reports B2C taxable supplies in India.
Routes & scenarios
Match the situation to the right fix.
Streaming / OTT / e-learning
Netflix-style and Udemy-style services for Indian users.
- B2C tax point: India
- Currency conversion in INR
- Customer GSTIN check for reverse charge
Digital ads / search
Ads delivered to Indian users by foreign platforms.
- Place of supply: India
- B2C tax 18%
- B2B falls under RCM
The process
OIDAR GSTIN - from kickoff to confirmation.
01
Scope check
Confirm OIDAR classification; map B2C vs B2B Indian customer base.
02
REG-10 filing
Indian PoA + passport / tax ID of signatory; supplier details on portal.
03
GSTIN issued
Simplified OIDAR GSTIN; invoicing & PoS rules configured.
04
Filing rhythm
GSTR-5A monthly by 20th; tax payable in convertible currency / INR.
Documents required
What we'll need from you.
Upload via our secure portal. We pre-check every scan before filing - cuts portal rejections by ~90%.
Passport / Tax ID of foreign supplier
Authorised Indian representative PAN + Aadhaar
Power of attorney (apostilled)
Foreign business registration certificate
Bank account (Indian or foreign)
Sample service descriptions / pricing
OIDAR GSTIN FAQ
Common questions, answered by partners.
Still unsure if OIDAR GSTIN is right for your case? Book a free 20-minute consult - a senior CA / CS will walk you through your specifics.
Still have questions?
Book a free 20-minute consult with a senior partner - we'll walk through your case and outline next steps.
Talk to a partner →No - B2B sales fall under reverse charge; the Indian business recipient pays GST under RCM. OIDAR registration applies only when serving Indian B2C buyers.
Ready when you are
Let's get your OIDAR GSTIN sorted this week.
A senior CA / CS will get on a call with you, confirm scope and start the work - usually within 24 hours.