From July 1, 2025, it will be mandatory: Anyone using electronic cash register systems in Germany must report them electronically. A transitional period until July 31, 2025 applies to existing systems. The legal basis for this is Section 146a (4) of the German Fiscal Code (AO) in conjunction with the Cash Security Ordinance (KassenSichV).
The aim is to further curb manipulation of digital recording systems and increase transparency in the cash register system.
The report is submitted via the ELSTER portal - either by XML upload or automatically via the ERiC interface.
RetailForce provides an automated solution for this.
Among other things, the following must be reported:
- Name and tax number
- Type and serial number of the system
- TSE Certification ID
- Number per business premises
- Date of acquisition or decommissioning
Companies should prepare in good time in order to meet the deadlines and avoid possible sanctions.
