New measure to prevent tax evasion: SII requires printed receipts for all in-person sales.

• Additional measure to prevent tax evasion in effect since May 1
• SII issued resolution requiring businesses to provide the buyer with a printed copy of the electronic receipt or proof of payment in face-to-face sales
• Aim is to ensure proper tax compliance regarding VAT and focus on tax enforcement efforts
• Resolution mandates businesses issuing electronic receipts and receiving payments through electronic means in face-to-face sales to provide the buyer with a printed copy of the tax document for each sale
• Buyers urged to demand their receipt to ensure tax payment reaches the government
• Deadline until March 1, 2026 for businesses to comply with printing obligations if they lack printing devices or have not adapted their systems
• Proper issuance of electronic receipts is crucial for VAT compliance and ensures tax payment reaches the government
• Virtual delivery of the document through electronic means remains an option but does not replace the obligation to provide a printed receipt

Source: sii.cl

Note that this post was (partially) written with the help of AI. It is always useful to review the original source material, and where needed to obtain (local) advice from a specialist.

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