India’s GST applies to Upwork services provided to clients and freelancers based in India. Upwork must collect and remit this tax unless they submit a valid GSTIN. GST is collected on various service fees, and rates or applicable services may change per government requirements.
What's India GST and why does Upwork collect it?
Goods and services tax, or GST, is a tax that includes our services to you, and India requires Upwork to collect it and send it to the government of India unless you provide a valid GSTIN.
We’re required to comply with the tax laws of countries where we do business to operate there.
What services does India GST apply to on Upwork?
Examples of services where India GST applies:
- Enterprise Service Fee
- Enterprise Service Fee Overage Fee
- Enterprise Subscription Fee
- Enterprise - Billing Fee
- Enterprise Service Fee (BYO)
- Enterprise - Payroll Service Fee (BYO)
- Enterprise Service Fee non-US
- Enterprise Service Fee US
Since we charge tax when your government requires it, the tax may change or apply to additional services in the future.
Am I required to provide a GST identification number?
No, but if you provide a valid GSTIN to Upwork, we will not have to collect this tax from you.
For questions about GST in India, or to submit your GSTIN, please contact your account team or reach out to Enterprise Support for assistance.
Who has to pay India GST on Upwork?
India’s GST applies to services we provide to both freelancers and clients, including Enterprise companies, if they reside, have a permanent address, or are established in India. We will have to collect the tax on your behalf if your company has not provided us with a valid GSTIN.