The obligation to certify cash register software or systems becomes clearer

Businesses, Be Vigilant!

From January 1, 2018, any cash register software or system used by companies subject to VAT to record customer payments must be certified either by an accredited organization or via a certificate from the software provider (Article 286, I 3° of the French General Tax Code).

Companies face a fine of €7,500 for non-compliance.

Although the new provisions do not create an obligation to acquire cash register software or systems for those using paper accounting, companies will need to replace equipment that cannot be certified.

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Our firm is available to assist you and answer any questions you may have, including:

• Is your company subject to this obligation?
  Example: if you operate in e-commerce, this regulation may apply to you.
• Does your software or system fall under the scope?
  Example: if you use an open-source or internally developed system, or a multifunctional software.
• Do payment terminals and counter scales need to be certified?
• How to certify your cash register software or system
• Accounting treatment of the expense
• Consequences in the event of a tax audit