Summary of Outward Taxable Supplies and Tax Payable by a Non-Resident Taxable Person (GSTR-5)

Non-Resident Taxable Persons (NRTPs) carrying out taxable business transactions in India are required to comply with specific GST return filing requirements. One of the key compliances is filing Form GSTR-5, which contains a summary of outward taxable supplies, inward supplies, and the tax payable for the relevant tax period.

What is GSTR-5?

GSTR-5 is a monthly GST return to be filed by every Non-Resident Taxable Person (NRTP) registered under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) law. An NRTP is a person who occasionally undertakes taxable transactions in India but does not have a fixed place of business or residence in India.

The requirement to furnish GSTR-5 is prescribed under Section 39(5) of the Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST) Act, 2017, read with Rule 63 of the CGST Rules, 2017. (Tax Information)

Information Reported in GSTR-5

A Non-Resident Taxable Person is required to report the following details in Form GSTR-5:

• Details of imports of goods.

• Amendments to import details reported earlier.

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• Outward taxable supplies made to registered persons (B2B).

• Outward taxable supplies made to unregistered persons (B2C).

• Debit notes and credit notes.

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• Amendments to outward supplies.

• Tax liability on outward supplies.

• Input Tax Credit (ITC) available on imports.

• Interest, late fee, penalty, or any other amount payable.

• Tax payment details. (Goods & Services Tax Council)

Due Date for Filing

A registered Non-Resident Taxable Person must file GSTR-5:

• Within 13 days after the end of the calendar month, or

• Within 7 days after the expiry of the registration period, whichever is earlier.

This timeline is prescribed under Section 39(5) of the CGST Act, 2017, as amended. (Tax Information)

Important Compliance Points

• GSTR-5 must be filed electronically through the GST portal.

• The return should be filed even if there are no outward supplies during the registration period, wherever applicable under the law.

• Tax liability must be discharged before filing the return.

• Any amendments to previously reported transactions should be disclosed in the relevant amendment tables.

• Failure to file the return on time may attract applicable late fees, interest, and other consequences under the CGST Act. (Tax Information)

Why Accurate Reporting Matters

Since Non-Resident Taxable Persons generally operate in India for a limited period, timely and accurate filing of GSTR-5 is essential to:

• Ensure GST compliance during the registration period.

• Correctly report outward taxable supplies.

• Avoid notices, penalties, and interest.

• Facilitate smooth closure of GST registration after completion of business activities.

Conclusion

GSTR-5 is an important monthly compliance for Non-Resident Taxable Persons carrying on taxable business in India. Proper reporting of outward supplies, tax liability, imports, and eligible input tax credit helps ensure compliance with GST provisions and minimizes the risk of litigation or penalties.

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