Income Tax 26 October 2026
GST Refund Now Available on Cancelled Airline Tickets
The GST Authority has announced that passengers can claim a refund of GST on airline tickets that are cancelled, provided the airline returns both the fare and the GST amount along with proper supporting documentation. This move aims to simplify the refund process and ensure taxpayers receive the appropriate tax relief when flights are called off, aligning with broader efforts to make tax compliance more transparent and passenger-friendly.
The GST Authority (GSTAT) now permits passengers to get a GST refund when an airline ticket is cancelled. Key points:
- Refund is possible only if the airline returns the full fare and the GST amount.
- Passengers must provide supporting documents that prove the refund was received.
- The policy applies to all cancelled domestic and international flights.
For full details, see the Times of India report.
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