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iThe General section provides a high-level overview of fiscalization and retail compliance requirements in each country. It may include country information, type of fiscalization model, main obligations and practical compliance context. This section helps users quickly understand how the country’s fiscal system works.
Legal
iThe Legal section covers the rules and official information needed to understand fiscalization and related compliance obligations in each country. It includes official laws, draft regulations, tax authority guidance, public consultations, legal interpretations, and updates on upcoming regulatory changes. This section helps users identify the legal basis of each requirement and follow the regulatory context behind fiscal, e-invoicing, e-reporting and retail compliance obligations.
Last news published on: 03.09.2026 | News: 22
Last document published on: 22.06.2026 | Documents: 9
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Businesses must still issue a proof of purchase, such as a receipt or invoice, to customers.
Australia
Although businesses must issue a proof of purchase, there is no obligation for POS systems to communicate transaction data to the tax authority. POS applications do not require government certification, and there are no mandatory hardware requirements.
Type of fiscalization: non-fiscal country
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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.
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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
Why Fiscal Transaction Counters Become So Complicated at the Point of Sale
A fiscal transaction counter sounds simple—until it meets the reality of modern retail. POS systems often count much more than sales, creating gaps that can become a serious problem for tax authorities. Add cloud POS, e-commerce, offline operation, retries and multiple checkout channels, and a simple sequence of numbers quickly becomes a complex compliance architecture challenge. A simple se... Read more
A fiscal transaction counter sounds simple—until it meets the reality of modern retail. POS systems often count much more than sales, creating gaps that can become a serious problem for tax authorities. Add cloud POS, e-commerce, offline operation, retries and multiple checkout channels, and a simple sequence of numbers quickly becomes a complex compliance architecture challenge.
Australia Proposes Continued GST Rules for Restaurants, Cafés and Caterers
Australia
Author: Mirko Bijeljanin
The ATO has released draft LI 2026/D19 to replace the existing GST determination for eligible restaurants, cafés and catering businesses, allowing the current simplified GST framework to continue after the 2016 instrument is repealed. Eligible businesses must remain GST-registered, operate in the relevant sector and stay within the small enterprise turnover threshold. The draft is under con... Read more
The ATO has released draft LI 2026/D19 to replace the existing GST determination for eligible restaurants, cafés and catering businesses, allowing the current simplified GST framework to continue after the 2016 instrument is repealed. Eligible businesses must remain GST-registered, operate in the relevant sector and stay within the small enterprise turnover threshold. The draft is under consultation and would take effect after registration.
Australia
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12.08.2026.
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Author: Mirko Bijeljanin
Australia: ATO Targets Over-Claimed Business Expenses and GST Credits
Australia
Author: Ema Stamenković
Small businesses often misclaim expenses and GST credits that don’t adhere to deductibility rules, resulting in overclaims and poor record-keeping. Accurate reporting, separating personal and business expenses, and understanding tax obligations are essential to avoid significant penalties and audit shortfalls. Small businesses are increasingly claiming expenses and GST credits that do not me... Read more
Small businesses often misclaim expenses and GST credits that don’t adhere to deductibility rules, resulting in overclaims and poor record-keeping. Accurate reporting, separating personal and business expenses, and understanding tax obligations are essential to avoid significant penalties and audit shortfalls.
Australia
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22.07.2026.
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Author: Ema Stamenković
Most important documents for Australia
See moreE - invoicing system in Australia
Australia
Author: Ema Stamenković
This document is a comprehensive strategic guide detailing the e- Invoicing system in Australia. It focuses on the shift toward a e-invoicing model and explains the technical and legal requirements for businesses to remain compliant. Read more
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Australia
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22.06.2026.
12:03H
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Author: Ema Stamenković
Country overview - Australia
Australia
Author: Ema Stamenković
In this overview, we present the basics of Australia: a non-fiscal country with no mandatory POS certification, hardware requirements, or tax authority communication, but businesses must issue receipts as proof of purchase. Read more
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Australia
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22.06.2026.
12:03H
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Author: Ema Stamenković
Legal requirements - Australia
Australia
Author: Ema Stamenković
The document serves as a legal and operational guide for retail, VAT, and compliance in Australia. It covers regulatory details, VAT rules, reporting obligations, retail processes, and business registration. It highlights the absence of fiscalization, mandatory forms, penalties, and developments in e-invoicing, ensuring comprehensive compliance for retailers.
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Already subscriber? LoginThe document serves as a legal and operational guide for retail, VAT, and compliance in Australia. It covers regulatory details, VAT rules, reporting obligations, retail processes, and business registration. It highlights the absence of fiscalization, mandatory forms, penalties, and developments in e-invoicing, ensuring comprehensive compliance for retailers.
Australia
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22.06.2026.
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Author: Ema Stamenković
Competition and Consumer Act 2010
Australia
Author: Ema Stamenković
The Competition and Consumer Act 2010 regulates competition, fair trading, consumer protection, restrictive practices, and industry codes. It involves enforcement powers, penalties, merger clearances, service access, and key regulators like the ACCC, aiming to enhance Australian welfare. Read more
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Australia
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22.06.2026.
12:02H
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Author: Ema Stamenković
Australian Consumer Law (ACL) 2010
Australia
Author: Ema Stamenković
The Australian Consumer Law outlines consumer protection, business conduct rules, consumer rights, misleading practices, unfair contracts, product safety, guarantees, enforcement, remedies, and penalties. Read more
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Australia
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22.06.2026.
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Author: Ema Stamenković
A New Tax System (Goods and Services Tax) Act 1999
Australia
Author: Ema Stamenković
The A New Tax System (Goods and Services Tax) Act 1999 regulates GST in Australia, covering supplies, credits, registration, tax periods, invoices, returns, and payments. Read more
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Australia
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22.06.2026.
12:03H
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Author: Ema Stamenković