We, an Indian company, undertake EPC contracts outside India. We supply material from India to project sites abroad. Upon reaching ports in other countries, the material is transported via road to the final destination. However, we are settling payments due for this activity in India. Now my transporter says that service tax is payable on the transportation services provided outside India. Please advise on applicability of service tax.
I believe your transporter issues a consignment note as per Explanation to Rule 4B of Service Tax Rule, 1994. As per Rule 10 of the Place of Provision of Services Rules, 2012,
