The main taxes.
| Tax | Applies to | Recoverable? |
|---|---|---|
| GST | Supplies of goods and services in India | Yes, as input credit |
| IGST on imports | Imported goods, collected by customs | Yes, as input credit |
| Basic customs duty | Imported goods | No, a cost |
| Reverse charge GST | Services imported from the UK | Yes, as input credit |
The India–UK trade agreement.
- In forceSince 15 July 2026.
- Indian tariffsRemoved or reduced on about 90% of tariff lines, many phased over years.
- UK tariffsRemoved on 99% of Indian goods.
- Rules of originGoods must meet product rules to qualify.
- ExclusionsSome sensitive products, such as dairy, are left out.
- Social securityA separate convention for staff sent temporarily between the countries.
Our services.
Registration, returns, refunds and disputes. See GST Consultancy.
Classification, valuation, duty under the trade agreement and related-party imports.
Export incentives, duty-free import schemes and SEZ supplies.
Why clients choose us for GST.
We explain Indian GST to UK finance teams in plain English, alongside VAT.
Every application and return is checked by a second professional before it goes in.
A written scope and fee before work starts.
Every return and payment date for your registrations in one place.
Registration, returns, refunds, notices and appeals handled together.
Document sharing and e-verification online. No travel needed.
Indirect tax advice for UK businesses trading with India.
We handle GST for UK-owned companies, branches and overseas suppliers doing business in India, wherever they are based in the UK. Applications, returns and replies to officers are all online.
London
South East
Midlands
North of England
East and South West
Scotland, Wales, NI
Indirect tax services FAQs.
Trading goods or services with India?
Tell us what you trade. We will map the duties and GST.
This page is general guidance based on the GST laws, rules and notifications as they stand. It is not legal advice for your situation. Thresholds, rates and procedures change by notification and can differ by state, so please speak to us before acting on it.