GST on Freelance Income from Abroad

Indian freelancers receiving payment from foreign clients for services typically treat receipts as export of services under GST when place-of-supply rules are met (client outside India, payment in convertible foreign exchange, etc.).

Zero-rated export vs domestic GST

Qualifying export of services may be zero-rated. Many freelancers file under LUT (Letter of Undertaking) to export without charging IGST. Rules depend on your registration status and contract structure.

GST on Zendt platform fees

Zendt charges 18% GST on the platform fee (not on the full client payment). GST-registered users may claim input credit on this fee per applicable rules.

Consult a qualified tax professional for your registration and filing obligations.

Published: 9 June 2026