Claim GST Refund on Export of Services Easily
Export of services is treated as a zero-rated supply under GST law. Businesses and professionals providing services to overseas clients can claim GST refunds on input tax credit or GST paid, subject to eligibility and documentation requirements.
N D Savla & Associates provides complete GST refund support for export of services — from eligibility verification and documentation preparation to refund filing and GST department follow-up.
GST Refund for Export of Services – What It Means
Exporters of services can claim GST refund under two main methods depending on compliance structure.
GST refund can be claimed when:
- Services are provided to clients located outside India
- Payment is received in convertible foreign currency
- Supplier and recipient are not merely establishments of same entity
- Services qualify as export under GST provisions
Methods to Claim GST Refund on Export of Services
- Export Under LUT (Without Payment of GST): Refund of accumulated input tax credit
- Export With Payment of GST: Refund of GST paid on export invoices
Who Can Claim Export of Services GST Refund?
- IT and software service exporters
- Freelancers working with foreign clients
- Consultants providing overseas services
- Digital marketing and creative service exporters
- Business process outsourcing (BPO / KPO) service providers
Time Limit for GST Refund Claim
- Generally within 2 years from relevant date
- Timely GST return filing is mandatory for refund processing
Details Required for Export GST Refund Filing
- GSTIN details
- Export invoice details
- Foreign inward remittance certificate (FIRC) or BRC
- GST return filing details
- LUT copy (if applicable)
Documents Required for Export GST Refund
- Export invoices
- FIRC / BRC copies
- GST return copies
- LUT filing proof
- Bank account proof
- Refund calculation working
GST Refund Process for Export of Services (Step-by-Step)
- Verify export eligibility under GST
- Review invoices and foreign remittance details
- Prepare refund working and documentation
- File GST refund application on portal
- Respond to GST officer queries
- Track refund approval and payment credit
Common Reasons for Export Refund Rejection
- Mismatch between GST returns and refund claim
- Incorrect export classification
- Missing FIRC or remittance proof
- Incorrect LUT usage or filing
Why Choose N D Savla & Associates?
Accurate Export Refund Filing
Correct refund category selection and documentation.
Export GST Experts
Experience in handling export of services GST refunds.
Faster Processing
Quick filing and GST department follow-up.
End-to-End Support
From eligibility check to refund credit.
Compliance Guidance
Support for maintaining export GST compliance.
Trusted Advisory Support
Reliable GST and export compliance assistance.