E-way bill guide for e-commerce sellers
Moving goods worth over ₹50,000? You probably need an e-way bill. Here's how it works for online sellers.
An e-way bill is an electronic document for the movement of goods. It's generated on the e-way bill portal and accompanies consignments above a value threshold. For sellers, it matters most when sending stock to warehouses or fulfilling high-value orders.
When it's required
- Movement of goods generally exceeding ₹50,000 in value.
- Sending inventory to an FBA/FBF centre or your own warehouse in another state.
- Both interstate and (above thresholds) intrastate movements.
- Some states have their own intrastate thresholds.
Who generates it
The supplier, recipient or transporter can generate the e-way bill. When you send stock to a fulfilment centre, you typically generate it for that movement. Marketplaces often handle e-way bills for customer deliveries from their centres.
What you need
- Your GSTIN and the recipient/destination details.
- Invoice or delivery challan with value and HSN.
- Transporter ID or vehicle number.
- Generate on the e-way bill portal and carry the number with the consignment.
Keep it consistent
E-way bill data should align with your invoices and returns. Mismatches between e-way bills and GSTR-1 can draw scrutiny.
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What's the e-way bill threshold?
Generally goods movements above ₹50,000, though some states set their own intrastate limits.
Do I need an e-way bill to send stock to FBA?
Yes — moving inventory to a fulfilment centre (especially interstate) typically requires an e-way bill with a delivery challan.
Who generates the e-way bill?
The supplier, recipient or transporter can. For stock transfers you usually generate it yourself.
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