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09 December 2016
which and how many registrations are required for online optical business???
10 December 2016
1. Shops and Establishment
2. VAT and CST
For sure
2. VAT and CST
For sure
20 July 2025
To run an online optical business in India (as of the pre-GST era in Dec 2016 and transitioning into GST), the following registrations are typically required:
✅ Registrations Required for Online Optical Business (Pre-GST & GST-ready):
1. VAT Registration (pre-GST; now replaced by GST)
Required: Yes, if you're selling optical goods like spectacles, lenses, or frames (which are taxable goods).
Note: As of July 1, 2017, VAT was subsumed under GST, so now you need GST Registration instead.
2. GST Registration (from July 1, 2017 onwards)
Required if your turnover exceeds ₹20 lakhs (₹10 lakhs in NE/hill states).
Compulsory if selling interstate or through online platforms (like Amazon, Flipkart, or your own website), regardless of turnover.
3. Shops and Establishment Registration
Required by most state governments to operate any commercial establishment.
4. Professional Tax Registration
If you have employees, professional tax registration may be required (state-specific).
5. Trade License (from local municipal body)
Required to run a business in physical premises (retail office, godown, etc.)
6. Import Export Code (IEC) (if importing frames, lenses, etc.)
Mandatory for import/export, even if occasional.
7. Medical Device License (only if dealing with prescription lenses or items categorized as medical devices)
Some high-grade lenses or prescription items may fall under medical devices, requiring compliance with Drugs & Cosmetics Act (consult with a legal advisor if applicable).
Optional / Platform-Specific:
MSME / Udyog Aadhar Registration (for benefits/subsidies)
FSSAI License — Not required for optical business unless you're also selling eye-care products that are ingestible (rare).
📦 Selling Online (Own website or via marketplace)
If you're selling via e-commerce platforms (Amazon, Flipkart, etc.), GST registration is compulsory, regardless of turnover.
You may need to sign agreements with logistics providers and register on e-commerce seller platforms.
✅ Summary Table
Registration Type Required? Remarks
VAT (pre-GST) ✅ Before July 2017
GST ✅ Mandatory for online sales
Shops & Establishment Act ✅ State-specific requirement
Trade License ✅ From local authority
IEC (for imports) ✅ If importing frames/lenses
Medical Device License ❌ / ✅ Only if dealing with regulated lenses
Professional Tax (if employees) ✅ State-specific
MSME/Udyog Aadhar Optional For small businesses
✅ Registrations Required for Online Optical Business (Pre-GST & GST-ready):
1. VAT Registration (pre-GST; now replaced by GST)
Required: Yes, if you're selling optical goods like spectacles, lenses, or frames (which are taxable goods).
Note: As of July 1, 2017, VAT was subsumed under GST, so now you need GST Registration instead.
2. GST Registration (from July 1, 2017 onwards)
Required if your turnover exceeds ₹20 lakhs (₹10 lakhs in NE/hill states).
Compulsory if selling interstate or through online platforms (like Amazon, Flipkart, or your own website), regardless of turnover.
3. Shops and Establishment Registration
Required by most state governments to operate any commercial establishment.
4. Professional Tax Registration
If you have employees, professional tax registration may be required (state-specific).
5. Trade License (from local municipal body)
Required to run a business in physical premises (retail office, godown, etc.)
6. Import Export Code (IEC) (if importing frames, lenses, etc.)
Mandatory for import/export, even if occasional.
7. Medical Device License (only if dealing with prescription lenses or items categorized as medical devices)
Some high-grade lenses or prescription items may fall under medical devices, requiring compliance with Drugs & Cosmetics Act (consult with a legal advisor if applicable).
Optional / Platform-Specific:
MSME / Udyog Aadhar Registration (for benefits/subsidies)
FSSAI License — Not required for optical business unless you're also selling eye-care products that are ingestible (rare).
📦 Selling Online (Own website or via marketplace)
If you're selling via e-commerce platforms (Amazon, Flipkart, etc.), GST registration is compulsory, regardless of turnover.
You may need to sign agreements with logistics providers and register on e-commerce seller platforms.
✅ Summary Table
Registration Type Required? Remarks
VAT (pre-GST) ✅ Before July 2017
GST ✅ Mandatory for online sales
Shops & Establishment Act ✅ State-specific requirement
Trade License ✅ From local authority
IEC (for imports) ✅ If importing frames/lenses
Medical Device License ❌ / ✅ Only if dealing with regulated lenses
Professional Tax (if employees) ✅ State-specific
MSME/Udyog Aadhar Optional For small businesses
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