E-invoicing sounds daunting but it's mostly a one-time setup. The key is knowing whether it applies to you and getting the plumbing right before your next billing cycle.
Who needs it
E-invoicing applies once your aggregate turnover crosses the notified threshold. The threshold has come down in stages, so check it against your current turnover rather than assuming you're exempt.
Getting set up
- Register on the IRP — the invoice registration portal that issues your IRN and QR code.
- Connect your billing — either through your accounting software's GSP integration or the offline tool.
- Test before you go live — run a few sample invoices so the format and IRN flow are working.
Once it's set up, e-invoicing actually reduces work — your GSTR-1 and e-way bills pull straight from the IRN. The pain is all in the first week.
In short
Check the turnover threshold, register on the IRP, wire it into your billing, and test. After that it largely runs itself.
Independent Chartered Accountant. I write short, practical notes on tax, GST and compliance — and I'm always happy to answer a real question.
