How to Add Additional Place of Business in GST
If you open a new shop, office, or warehouse for your business, you must tell the GST department about it. This is called adding an additional place of business in GST. You can do this online in just a few steps. In this guide, you’ll learn how to add a new business location to your GST account quickly and easily.
What is an Additional Place of Business in GST?
An Additional Place of Business refers to any location other than the principal place where a registered person carries out business-related activities like storage, manufacturing, or distribution. Adding this to your GST registration is mandatory if operations are carried out from more than one location in the same state.
When Should You Add an Additional Place of Business?
You must add an additional place of business in GST under the following conditions:
- You open a new office, warehouse, or shop in the same state
- You move operations to a new location while keeping the old one
- You operate from multiple locations and haven’t updated GST records
- You’re expanding to a new area under the same GSTIN (not interstate)
Failing to update this may lead to penalties and notices from the GST department.
Documents Required to Add Additional Place of Business
Here’s a list of documents you’ll typically need to upload during the process:
- Proof of ownership or rental agreement (for the new business place)
- Electricity bill or property tax receipt
- No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the owner (if applicable)
- Photograph of the premises (sometimes asked)
- Authorization letter or Board Resolution (for companies/firms)
Ensure the address proof is recent and matches exactly with what you’re entering.
How to Add Additional Place of Business in GST Online
Follow these easy steps to add an additional place of business using the official GST portal:
Step 1: Login to GST Portal
- Visit www.gst.gov.in
- Click on Login
- Enter your Username, Password, and Captcha code
- Hit Login
Step 2: Navigate to Amendment Section
- Go to the Dashboard
- Click on Services → Registration → Amendment of Registration Non-Core Fields
Note: Adding an additional business place is considered a non-core field and can be changed without GST officer approval (if documents are proper).
Step 3: Open Business Details Tab
- You’ll see several tabs like Business Details, Promoter/Partners, etc.
- Click on “Additional Place of Business” tab
- Click on “Add New” to insert a new location
Step 4: Fill Address Details
- Enter the complete address of the new business location
- Choose the Nature of Possession (Owned, Leased, Shared, Rented, etc.)
- Upload the supporting document (PDF format, max size 1 MB)
- Select Nature of Business Activity at the location (e.g., Warehouse, Factory, Retail Outlet)
Step 5: Verification and Submission
- Click Save once details are filled
- Review all entries carefully
- Click Verification tab
- Select the checkbox for declaration
- Choose the authorized signatory
- Submit the application using DSC, EVC, or Digital Signature
Step 6: Acknowledgement Receipt
After successful submission:
- You’ll receive an ARN (Application Reference Number)
- You can track the status under Services → Track Application Status
If documents are in order, your additional place of business is usually updated within 2–3 working days.
Important Notes
- You can add multiple business places in one application.
- No additional fee is charged for this process.
- Make sure your documents are legible, current, and match your GST details.
- GST amendments should always be made before operations start at a new place.
Final Words
Updating your additional business places under GST isn’t just a formality – it’s a legal requirement. Whether you’re adding a new office, a godown, or a second retail store, always update your GST profile immediately. With the easy online process and minimal documentation required, you can stay compliant and avoid any future complications.
Stay updated. Stay compliant. Keep growing!
