What online shoppers need to know about GST for low-value imported items and non-digital services

From 2023, Consumers would likely have to pay a 7 or 9 per cent GST when they buy low-value goods or non-digital services from overseas sellers
Tax experts said consumers have to be aware that the price displayed on websites may not be the final cost they pay
They also said that it is likely an online marketplace such as Lazada may collect GST on behalf of the many overseas vendors on their platforms
While it is not possible to ensure total compliance, tax experts said big companies will tend to comply for reputational reason