Why VPOB for Ecommerce Sellers Is Mandatory for Multi-State Selling in Maharashtra

eCommerce businesses in India can now sell to people all over the country, thanks to the fast-paced digital economy. Sellers can reach customers all over the country through platforms like Amazon, Flipkart, Meesho, and others. But while technology makes it easier to do business across borders, GST law does not. This is when vipob becomes a legal requirement for eCommerce sellers, especially when they sell in more than one state, like Maharashtra, Karnataka, Delhi, Gujarat, and others. A lot of sellers think that they only need one GST registration to sell all over the country. This mistake often results in GST notices, account suspensions, blocked payouts, and fines. In this article, we\'ll explain in plain legal language why VPOB is required, how it works in Maharashtra, and why every serious eCommerce business owner must follow it. What VPOB Means in the Context of GST Law Before we move on, it\'s important to know what VPOB means in the context of GST. VPOB stands for \"Virtual Place of Business.\" It is a legal business address that is only used for GST registration in a state where the seller does not own or rent a physical office. This virtual address is backed up by: • A valid rent agreement or sub-lease • An owner NOC • An electricity bill or property tax receipt • GST address verification support This structure lets vipob for e-commerce sellers be legally present in more than one state without having to open physical offices. Section 25 of the CGST Act, 2017, says that each state where business is done must have its own GST registration. VPOB is required by law because eCommerce sellers work out of fulfillment centers in different states.