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What to write on an export invoice under LUT

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Rule 46 requires an export invoice to carry an endorsement that the supply is meant for export under bond or LUT without payment of integrated tax. It must also show the recipient's name, delivery address, and country of destination.

Provisions

Rule 46, CGST Rules 2017; Circular 8/2017-GST

Analysis

Use wording close to the rule, such as Supply meant for export under LUT without payment of integrated tax, and add the LUT ARN and financial year. Show IGST as zero. For goods, also show port code and shipping bill details when known. Clean invoices make refunds and audits smoother.

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  1. Add the export endorsement line in your invoice template.
  2. Show LUT ARN and financial year.
  3. Show the foreign client's address and country.
  4. Show IGST at 0 and the currency of billing.

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