France Postpones POS Software Certification Deadline to September 2026, Aligns with e-Invoicing Reform

New Certification Deadline: The mandatory POS software certification deadline in France has been officially postponed to September 1, 2026, aligning with the upcoming e-Invoicing and e-Reporting reforms, providing additional time for compliance.
Revised Compliance Approach: The phased certification requirements have been extended, allowing businesses to use interim documentation, such as “proof of engagement in conformity,” from accredited bodies like Infocert until the final certification is completed.
Focus on Accredited Certification: From September 2026, only certificates of conformity issued by accredited organizations will be accepted as valid proof of compliance with the French Tax Code, emphasizing the importance of secure and compliant solutions for businesses.

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Postponement of POS Certification Deadline: The French General Directorate of Public Finances (DGFiP) has delayed the mandatory certification of point-of-sale (POS) software and cash-register systems to September 1, 2026, extending the previous deadline by six months.
Certification Process Changes: Following the removal of self-certification options, only certificates issued by accredited bodies are accepted, with the software or cash register publishers responsible for obtaining and transmitting the certification to users.
Compliance Requirements and Penalties: Certification ensures that transaction data meets standards for inalterability, security, conservation, and archiving. Non-compliance can result in fines of €7,500 per unapproved POS unit used in B2C transactions.

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