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The hardware-software fiscalization model was introduced in the HoReCa industry in Belgium, starting its application in 2016. Belgium adopted the euro (€) as its official currency on January 1, 1999.
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Fiscalization is expected to be extended to sectors beyond HoReCa in the future; however, no specific timelines or detailed regulatory guidance have been announced to date.
Type of fiscalization: Hardware/Software
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See moreBelgium defines final deadlines for hospitality sector fiscal cash register upgrades
Belgium
Author: Nikolina Basić
Belgium has confirmed final deadlines for hospitality businesses to upgrade to GKS 2.0 fiscal cash register systems, with the tolerance period ending on 31 March 2026 and stricter enforcement starting from April 2026. A final transition window extends into June 2026 for new installations, after which businesses must comply or demonstrate active migration, as part of a phased rollout through 2028.... Read more
Belgium has confirmed final deadlines for hospitality businesses to upgrade to GKS 2.0 fiscal cash r... Read more
Tolerance period postponed once again to June 2026 for GKS 2.0 compliance
Belgium
Author: Tara Nedeljković
Belgium has extended the grace period for mandatory implementation of the GKS 2.0 certified POS system until 30 June 2026 due to insufficient system availability, allowing businesses to choose between early adoption, registration, or temporary use of GKS 1.0. Read more
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Deadlines in Belgium for GKS 2.0 Implementation Remain in Effect
Belgium
Author: Tara Nedeljković
During this period, affected businesses can either adopt GKS 2.0 early, register and wait for hardware, or temporarily use GKS 1.0 to remain compliant without changing the legal deadlines. The Belgian tax authority, FPS Finance, reminds stakeholders that the deadlines for the mandatory installation of the certified cash register system GKS 2.0 remain unchanged, despite ongoing developments and tem... Read more
During this period, affected businesses can either adopt GKS 2.0 early, register and wait for hardwa... Read more
Belgium Introduces New VAT Provision Account from May 2026
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Author: Tara Nedeljković
Belgium will introduce a new VAT provision account system starting May 1, 2026, replacing the current VAT account as part of a broader tax administration modernization reform. Read more
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Belgium Postpones Controversial Takeaway Meal VAT Rate Increase
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Author: Tara Nedeljković
Belgium introduced several VAT changes from March 2026 to strengthen public finances, including confirmed increases such as raising VAT on hotels, campsites, and furnished accommodation from 6% to 12% and increasing VAT on pesticides to 21%. Read more
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New education was created: Educational videos for Belgium
Belgium
Author: Tara Nedeljković
This video series provides a comprehensive overview of Belgian fiscalization, starting with the legal framework, scope, and the hardware-software fiscalization model applied in practice. It explains the operation of cash register systems (including GKS 2.0), the Fiscal Data Module, communication with tax authorities, and the distinction between fiscal and non-fiscal receipts. Read more
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See moreEV-chargers from the Fiscalization Perspective in Belgium
Belgium
Author: Tara Nedeljković
The purpose of this document is to provide a comprehensive overview of the fiscalization treatment and regulatory framework surrounding electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in Belgium. This includes how EV chargers are classified under fiscal laws, whether they fall within the scope of fiscalization, and what obligations exist for suppliers operating in this domain. Read more
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API-protocol between FDM & Fincloud
Belgium
Author: Kristina Dosen
This document, titled API-protocol between FDM & Fincloud (EN Draft), outlines the API protocol's technical specifications governing the interaction between the Fiscal Data Module (FDM) and FPS Finances in Belgium. It is in English and provides details, high-level design, core technical aspects, and primary functionalities of the protocol, which is part of the Belgian fiscal compliance system. Read more
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Royal Decree amending the Royal Decree of October 1, 2013, with regard to the certification of a registered cash register system in the catering sector (BE)
Belgium
Author: Kristina Dosen
This document is a comprehensive Royal Decree issued by FPS Finance Belgium regarding the requirements for new cash register systems (GKS 2.0). It represents an amendment to a previous version which is the Royal Decree from October 2013, and changes certain requirements for the topics that the first Royal Decree covered. Read more
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This document is a comprehensive Royal Decree issued by FPS Finance Belgium regarding the requiremen... Read more
Royal Decree amending the Royal Decree of October 1, 2013, with regard to the certification of a registered cash register system in the catering sector (EN)
Belgium
Author: Kristina Dosen
This document is a translation of the Royal Decree issued by FPS Finance Belgium regarding the requirements for new cash register systems (GKS 2.0) to English. This document represents the translated version of the original document that is an amendment to a previous version, the Royal Decree from October 2013. It changes certain requirements for the topics that the first Royal Decree covered. Read more
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This document is a translation of the Royal Decree issued by FPS Finance Belgium regarding the requi... Read more
Royal Decree amending the Royal Decree 12.2009 (EN)
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Author: Kristina Dosen
This document is a translation of the Royal Decree issued by FPS Finance Belgium regarding the requirements for new cash register systems (GKS 2.0) to the English language. This document represents the translated version of the original document that is an amendment to a previous version which is the Royal Decree dated 30th of December 2009, and changes certain requirements for the topics that the first Royal Decree covered. Read more
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This document is a translation of the Royal Decree issued by FPS Finance Belgium regarding the requi... Read more
Royal Decree amending the Royal Decree 12.2009 (BE)
Belgium
Author: Kristina Dosen
This document is the original Royal Decree issued by FPS Finance Belgium regarding the requirements for new cash register systems (GKS 2.0). It represents an amendment to a previous version which is the Royal Decree from the end of December 2009. It changes certain requirements for the topics that the first Royal Decree had previously defined. Read more
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This document is the original Royal Decree issued by FPS Finance Belgium regarding the requirements... Read more