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Last news published on: 03.09.2026 | News: 325
Last document published on: 31.08.2026 | Documents: 52
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Fiscalization in Germany began in 2017 with the introduction of mandatory electronic recording systems. This framework was strengthened in 2020 by the Cash Register Security Ordinance (KassenSichV), which requires the use of a Technical Security System (TSE). As a result, Germany operates a hybrid fiscalization model, combining both hardware- and software-based components. The official currency is the euro.
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The TSE is the base of the fiscalization in Germany. It has to be certified by the Federal Office for Information Security (BSI). The Federal Fiscal Law mandates that every business must register the use of electronic recording systems and the TSE. Since January 2025, the registration of the TSE and the electronic recording systems is done through the recently finished portal “Mein ELSTER” and the ERIC interface.
Type of fiscalization: Hardware/Software
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See moreFrom UPOS to AI: How Retail Technology Standards Are Evolving
Retail standards are entering a new phase as cloud, mobile technologies and AI reshape how systems communicate. Fiscal Solutions’ webinar explored the evolution from UPOS and POSLog to digital receipt standards, retail ontology and AI-ready models designed to support the next generation of global retail. Retail technology has changed dramatically over the past three decades, yet many standar... Read more
Retail standards are entering a new phase as cloud, mobile technologies and AI reshape how systems communicate. Fiscal Solutions’ webinar explored the evolution from UPOS and POSLog to digital receipt standards, retail ontology and AI-ready models designed to support the next generation of global retail.
New document was uploaded: S4 Fiscal Service for Germany – Deutsche Fiscal
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Author: Nenad Zlatković
S4FiscalService for Germany is an installation package for S4FS fiscal middleware in Germany. An integrative part of the installation package is, among others, the General Interface Description, the Service Interface Description, Release Notes, the S4F Service Installation Manual, and sensitive data encryption. They are all packed in a zip file that is ready for download.
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Already subscriber? LoginS4FiscalService for Germany is an installation package for S4FS fiscal middleware in Germany. An integrative part of the installation package is, among others, the General Interface Description, the Service Interface Description, Release Notes, the S4F Service Installation Manual, and sensitive data encryption. They are all packed in a zip file that is ready for download.
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New webinar was uploaded: Recorded webinar: From OPOS to the Future of AI-Driven Retai
Retail technology doesn’t work without standards. Behind POS systems, eReceipts, and the technologies connecting the retail ecosystem are standards that have evolved for decades—from OPOS and ARTS to today’s landscape. What’s next? In this webinar, Roland Zališevskij, Co-Founder of Fiscal Solutions, explores the evolution of retail standards.
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Already subscriber? LoginRetail technology doesn’t work without standards. Behind POS systems, eReceipts, and the technologies connecting the retail ecosystem are standards that have evolved for decades—from OPOS and ARTS to today’s landscape. What’s next? In this webinar, Roland Zališevskij, Co-Founder of Fiscal Solutions, explores the evolution of retail standards.
Save the Date - Community Day 2026
The 3rd Annual Community Day on October 15, 2026, at Mona Plaza Belgrade focuses on fiscalization. No sales pitches or commercial agendas allowed. We are pleased to announce Community Day 2026! This is the 3rd annual edition of our community event. 📅 October 15, 2026📍 Mona Plaza Belgrade A unique gathering for the fiscalization and retail technology community. Focused on knowledge sharing, i... Read more
Germany Proposes Mandatory Electronic Cash Registers and Digital Receipts under New Draft Law
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Author: Ivana Picajkić
Germany’s draft law would introduce mandatory electronic cash registers equipped with a security device (TSE) for businesses with annual turnover above €100,000 from January 1, 2028, while replacing the paper-based receipt obligation with a digital receipt provision model.
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Germany: Electronic Tax Notifications from 2027
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Author: Ivana Picajkić
Germany’s draft Annual Tax Act 2026 will make electronic tax notifications via the official online tax portal the standard from January 1, 2027.
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See moreE-commerce DE - Legal requirements
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Author: Ivana Picajkić
We unveil the specific rules when it comes to e-commerce requirements in Germany such as receipts types and transaction types in online sales, how the sale process – online payment and delivery process looks like (possible scenarios), certification, etc
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Already subscriber? LoginWe unveil the specific rules when it comes to e-commerce requirements in Germany such as receipts types and transaction types in online sales, how the sale process – online payment and delivery process looks like (possible scenarios), certification, etc
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07.08.2026.
14:26H
Author: Ivana Picajkić
Technical country overview - Germany
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Author: Ištvan Božoki
Our fiscal experts unveil all the technical details regarding the fiscalizaton process in Germany. In this presentation, we deal with the topics such as - Fiscal requirements overview (the main features of the fiscal law) - TSE API (what is TSE, how it works – sales process, fiscal receipt, signature, transaction type and data, certificate, QR code, input and output interface of TSE - Uniform digital interface (Digital interface of the financial administration - DSFinV-K, transaction data, cash register balance data, master data, POS export) - Architecture (local, cloud-based) - Existing devices on the market (TSE providers and solution types) - S4F overview (S4F components, general architecture, possible architectures, transaction examples) Technical overview for Germany containing the newest technical details needed for fiscalization. Read more
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01.06.2026.
14:05H
Author: Ištvan Božoki
Law on protection against tampering with basic digital records (EN)
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Author: Kristina Dosen
This document represents a revision of the Article of the German Fiscal Code through the Law on protection against tampering with basic digital records. It describes specific details such as regulation on arrangements for bookkeeping and records through electronic recording systems, subsequent tax inspection of cash registers, and others. To find out in which way it impacts taxpayer’s obligations regarding fiscalization, please read through all the details of this document. Read more
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21.02.2023.
14:31H
Author: Kristina Dosen
Regulation on the control of technical requirements of electronic recording systems and security systems in business transactions (EN)
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Author: Kristina Dosen
Several Federal Ministries agreed to issue this regulation in September 2017 that introduced many relevant definitions and explanations of the obligatory processes which need to be implemented to comply with fiscalization rules in Germany. Read more
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Germany
07.06.2023.
14:17H
Author: Kristina Dosen
EKaBS - Electronic Receipt Standard (EN)
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Author: Kristina Dosen
This document defines the necessary steps for the standardization of electronic documents (receipts) and the JSON structure which will be used. Read more
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Germany
07.06.2023.
14:17H
Author: Kristina Dosen
Country overview - Germany
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Author: Ivana Picajkić
Our fiscal experts provided you this valuable overview of the fiscalization requirements in Germany with precise and concise information about fiscalization topics. This presentation answers questions such as which fiscalization type is present in Germany, is a fiscal device certification necessary, is there an online communication with TA, etc
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Already subscriber? LoginOur fiscal experts provided you this valuable overview of the fiscalization requirements in Germany with precise and concise information about fiscalization topics. This presentation answers questions such as which fiscalization type is present in Germany, is a fiscal device certification necessary, is there an online communication with TA, etc
Germany
07.08.2026.
14:32H
Author: Ivana Picajkić