Sage-Tips

What if someone uses my GST number?

If any person finds that his/her PAN (Permanent Account Number) has been misused, he/she can register a complaint on the GST portal and report the GSTIN which is fraudulently obtained using the PAN.

Can I use my brothers GST number?

No. It is not advisable to use other’s GST Number. If you use other’s GST number, the other person will get GST Input Tax Credit. When you sell the goods, you have the pay the GST on the goods sold as you do not have ITC.

Can a proprietor get two GST numbers?

More than one GSTIN can be obtained only if a person carries business in two or more States or Union Territories or carries the registration process as multiple business verticals in a single State or Union Territory as the case may be.

Can a person have two GST numbers?

Normally, a person obtains only one GST registration in a state or UT if his business is restricted to only that state/UT. But, if he operates in two or more states/UTs, he is liable for GST registration in each of those states/UTs.

Can someone charge GST if not registered?

If you are registered for GST and you sell products that are not GST exempt then you must charge GST. However, you only need to charge GST on non-exempt products. If you are not registered for GST, as you are under the $75,000 threshold, you do not have to charge GST.

What happens when you purchase goods using someone else’s GST number?

So when you purchase goods or services using someone else’s GST number you will not get any input. And later GST amount on Sale of Product have to be paid Your Pocket which could have been set off if purchased form your GST number.

How can I get more than one GST number?

However if you’re multi-business person (each belonging to different industries) ,then for you, government is giving you an option of availing vertical lines, where you get another GSTIN number with mere numbering amendments at the last pa

Can I use someone else’s gstin?

You are not allowed to use someone else’s GSTIN. It’s not necessary to have GSTIN for purchasing anything. this is unacceptable, as gst input can only be claimed if it is in connection to the furtherance of business and is related to the gst holder.

Is there any GST credit accrued on credit Ledger?

There will be no GST credit accrued in your credit ledger. In case you’re the buyer, then you’ll have to put your GSTIN on the bill of the supplier. The other GSTIN, which you will quote in the invoice might also lead to fraudulent practice and lead to prosecution.