Businesses: Double Extension by AADE for POS and Tax Mechanisms

The Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) has announced extensions for two critical obligations, aiming to ease market pressures caused by technical and organizational bottlenecks. On one hand, the final withdrawal of old tax mechanisms (EAFDSS) has been postponed until the end of 2025. On the other, an extension is granted for connecting POS systems with cash registers in specific cases. These decisions align with broader efforts to adapt the market to digital tax administration requirements while acknowledging practical obstacles faced by many small and medium-sized enterprises. The deadline for businesses still using old tax devices like EAFDSS to switch to modern FHMAS systems has been extended to December 31, 2025. This move was deemed necessary due to incomplete technical adjustments, particularly for businesses that had already integrated EAFDSS with POS systems. Issues were identified regarding the availability of new systems and technical support during installation, especially in rural areas or sectors like catering. Additionally, an extension is provided for businesses with non-manual POS systems that have declared limitations to suppliers. Specialized cases, such as gas stations or companies with embedded payment systems, require specific upgrades and adaptation time. Both decisions reflect recognition of the objective challenges businesses face in adopting the new digital tax framework. Despite advancements in digital transformation, technical barriers remain, especially for smaller businesses without specialized accounting or ERP systems. To avoid imposing penalties that could further disrupt the market, the tax administration opts for a flexible approach, granting businesses valuable time to complete adjustments and avoid fines without halting compliance requirements.