Avoid GST on International Platforms: Export of Services Exemption
YouTube, Patreon, foreign platform income qualifies as export - zero GST liability
What is This Hack?
Income from international platforms like YouTube (Google Ireland), Patreon, foreign sponsors qualifies as "export of services" under GST, making it zero-rated (no GST payable). Save lakhs in GST liability.
Key Benefits
- Potential savings: ₹2-7 lakhs annually (depending on foreign income)
- Implementation time: 3-4 hours initial setup (LUT filing, understanding), then ongoing compliance
- Legal status: fully legal
- Risk level: low
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