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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 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
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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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Belgium’s Move to Mandatory B2B E-Invoicing: What Businesses Need to Know?
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Author: Tara Nedeljković
Belgium has entered a new phase of VAT digitalisation with mandatory structured B2B e-invoicing effective from January 1, 2026, replacing paper and PDF invoices for domestic transactions. To support implementation, the tax authorities have introduced a three-month tolerance period until March 31, 2026, during which penalties are eased for businesses that can demonstrate timely and genuine efforts to comply, although the legal obligation itself is already in force. Read more
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Belgium Keeps GKS 2.0 Transition Focused on Hospitality For Now
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Author: Tara Nedeljković
Belgium is proceeding cautiously with the rollout of GKS 2.0, keeping the transition for now limited to the hospitality (HoReCa) sector while extending the tolerance period to 31 March 2026 due to ongoing shortages of certified systems. Read more
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Belgium Updates VAT Rates: Takeaway Meals and Fresh Food Rates Are Changing
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Author: Tara Nedeljković
Belgium will introduce new VAT rules from March 2026 that increase the VAT rate on fresh takeaway meals from 6% to 12%, using a two-day shelf-life threshold to distinguish between products. Read more
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See moreEV-chargers from the Fiscalization Perspective in Belgium
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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
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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)
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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)
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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 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