Technology has simplified the entire eCommerce logistics process. The data flow and knowledge sharing that have been enabled due to information and technology integration have made it much easier to optimize the eCommerce fulfillment supply chain. However, you need to be up-to-date with all the recent changes; otherwise, the whole sea of terminology can take you by storm. Even though eCommerce logistics has become easier, documentation can still be difficult. The E-Way bill is one such example that you must take care of while shipping your goods. Let’s look at what an E-Way bill is and the other aspects that surround it.
The E-Way bill is a receipt or document generated by a seller (consignor) when the transportation of goods is done by air/railways/road via a hired or own logistics medium.
It is a mandatory document that a person who is carrying any consignment of goods greater than Rs.50,000 INR must-have.
Under the GST regime, the E-Way bill is an electronic document generated on the GST portal that shows the evidence of the movement of goods.
The components of the E-Way bill include:
The E-Way bill is important because it ensures that the goods being transported comply with the GST law. It is also useful to track the movement of goods and keep a tab on tax evasion.
The evil needs to be generated by the seller who is shipping goods via their own or hired conveyance. The transportation mode could be air, road, or railway. If consignments are being shipped via road, the transporter must generate the E-Way Bill.
The steps to obtain an E-Way bill are as follows –
The validity of the E-Way bill for different segments is as follows –
Type of conveyance | Distance | Validity of EWB |
Other than over-dimensional cargo | Less than 100 km | 1 Day |
For every additional 100 km or part thereof | additional 1 Day | |
For over-dimensional cargo | Less than 20 km | 1 Day |
For every additional 20 Kms or part thereof | additional 1 Day |
An E-Way bill is not required under the following circumstances –
The E-Way bill is an important document for your eCommerce business. Make sure you have all your operations in order and procure this document on time before you ship high-value items.
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