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The fiscalization system in France is known for its distinct characteristics and complexity compared to other fiscal systems in Europe. This is due to the specific requirements and regulations set forth by the government, which must be strictly followed by businesses. One key aspect of the fiscalization system in France is that it is based on the use of certified solutions. This means that all point-of-sale (POS) systems must be certified by the government before they can be used for financial transactions. This certification process helps to ensure that all systems comply with the regulations set forth by the government and accurately record financial transactions. Overall, the fiscalization system in France is designed to promote transparency, accuracy, and fairness in financial transactions, and helps to ensure the stability of the tax system. The use of certified solutions and strict adherence to regulations are crucial components of this system and contribute to its unique and complex nature.

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The French fiscalization system is designed to prevent fraud related to data alteration or software modifications. It was officially implemented on January 1st, 2018. To ensure compliance with the law, there are five key requirements that must be met. These include the certification process, the signing and sequencing of data, the fiscalization of transactions, regular reporting, and the preservation of archival data. These measures ensure that the financial records kept by businesses are accurate, secure, and transparent. All POS functions are checked in the certification process.

Type of fiscalization: Software

In accordance with the French fiscalization law, all point-of-sale (POS) systems must be certified by a certified body such as InfoCert or LNE. The transactions performed through these systems must be digitally signed in real-time, and the records of these transactions must be saved, including the date and time elements. Archiving of these records is also mandatory and requires a digital signature. In addition, all system events must be signed and recorded for later reference. This stringent fiscalization system aims to ensure that all financial transactions are secure and tamper-proof, making the process of tax calculation and collection more accurate and efficient.

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EU to protect domestic e-commerce sellers with a cross-border tax reform

Public Author: Stefan Ditrih

As online shopping continues to grow, the European Union is planning to implement new regulations to protect local e-commerce sellers. One significant change affects consumers who shop on international platforms like Temu or AliExpress. The EU has already taken some steps at the first sign of growing foreign e-commerce sellers, and since July 1, 2021, all goods entering the EU, regardless of their... Read more

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One way to validate VAT numbers in the EU is the VAT Information Exchange System (VIES), which is a crucial tool for businesses operating within the European Union. Owned by the European Commission, VIES is a search engine that retrieves data from national VAT databases to verify VAT numbers. Here’s a detailed look at how VIES works and its significance. How VIES Works When a search is made usi... Read more

EU VAT Validation Tool

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New document was uploaded: S4F backoffice patch

Author: Kristina Dosen

S4F backoffice patch is intended for users who have already installed S4F backoffice and are intended to update existing installations to latest version. To do so apply only patches that are marked with version number that is newer than your currently installed instance of backoffice. Please make sure to install all available patches sequentially (without skipping). For each patch it is specified for which countries it is released for and with this information and with information from release notes user should prioritize the installation of the patch if S4F Backoffice is used in specified countries. Even though the patch may be prioritized for specified countries please make sure to install all patches sequentially, including the previous ones (if any) even if they are not related to used countries. This package contains instruction, release notes, changelog and software packages required for deployment of this software component. Please note that this patch contains changes for following country: France Read more