OIDAR Services and GST Registration for Foreign SaaS Companies
Foreign companies providing digital services to non-business users in India must register for OIDAR and pay 18% GST.
OIDAR Services Compliance
Foreign businesses offering digital services (like cloud storage, e-books, online streaming, or hosting) to un-registered Indian consumers are classified as OIDAR providers. They must obtain a single simplified GST registration in India and file monthly tax returns.
The Simplified Registration Scheme
Foreign companies can register under the OIDAR scheme without establishing a physical office in India. They appoint an authorized local representative to handle returns filing and tax payments on their behalf.
CA Amit Sharma
Verified Advisory LeadAmit is a Chartered Accountant (ICAI membership #409214) and FEMA compliance advisor with over 8 years of experience advising technology startups, digital marketing agencies, and remote professionals on zero-rated GST exports, DTAA declarations, and RBI inward remittance audits.
Disclaimer: The information provided above is for educational purposes only and does not constitute formal legal or financial advice. Please verify details using official circulars issued by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes & Customs (CBIC) and RBI.