- Significant updates to GST E-Way Bill and E-Invoice systems effective from January 2025
- Aim to improve compliance, security, and integration of transportation systems1. Stricter rules for document dates in E-Way Bill generation
- E-Way Bills to be generated only for documents dated within 180 days of generation
- Applies to EWB generation, Part-A slips, and consolidated E-Way Bills
- Taxpayers need to align document timelines, transporters and warehouse managers must coordinate to avoid delays2. Capping of E-Way Bill validity extensions
- Extensions capped at 360 days from the original generation date
- Businesses and logistics providers must plan to adhere to the 360-day cap to avoid disruptions3. Mandatory Multi-Factor Authentication rollout
- MFA required for accessing GST systems starting January 2025
- Phased implementation based on Annual Aggregate Turnover
- Taxpayers and transporters must ensure mobile numbers are updated and activate MFA4. Integration with Indian Railways for transportation documents
- E-Way Bill system to validate transport document numbers for railway transport
- Specific formats required for Parcel Way Bill and Rail Receipt
- Transporters must ensure accurate entry of railway document details to prevent rejections
Source: rmpsco.com
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