Question
What is an e-way bill and when is it required?
Answer
Bottom line: An e-way bill is needed to move goods worth more than ₹50,000, and is generated on the e-way bill portal before the movement starts.
1. Threshold
Required when the consignment value exceeds ₹50,000 for inter-state movement. Several states set a higher ₹1,00,000 limit for movement within the state — check your state.
2. How to generate
Raise it on ewaybillgst.gov.in with invoice and transport details; its validity depends on the distance.
3. Carry it
The transporter must carry the e-way bill number during transit.
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