GST APPLICATION

This discussion explores whether a proprietor can claim Goods and Services Tax (GST) Input Tax Credit (ITC) when booking a hotel for personal use using their business GST number. While personal expenses are generally not eligible for ITC under GST or Income Tax laws, it's noted that proprietors sometimes claim this benefit due to the difficulty in distinguishing personal from business expenses. The consensus is that such claims are invalid as personal expenditure cannot be treated as a business expense for tax purposes.