Fiscal Compliance for POS Systems

The UK Is Moving Towards New POS Standards

Fiscal compliance is becoming an increasingly important consideration for retail and hospitality businesses, as governments look to improve the accuracy, security and transparency of sales records.

In 2026, the UK government confirmed plans to introduce mandatory software standards for Electronic Point of Sale (EPOS) and Mobile Point of Sale (mPOS) systems.  The objective is to combat Electronic Sales Suppression (ESS), where sales records are manipulated to underreport turnover and reduce tax liabilities.

The proposed standards could introduce new requirements around secure transaction records, audit trails, reporting and system certification.  Further technical consultation is planned for 2027, with implementation details and timescales still to be confirmed.

For businesses operating in the UK, this represents an important change in how POS technology may be regulated.

Fiscal Compliance.  Different Markets.  Different Requirements.

Fiscal compliance for POS systems is not new.  Many countries already operate regulations designed to ensure that sales transactions are accurately recorded, securely stored and available for inspection by tax authorities.

The approach varies considerably between markets.  Some countries require certified fiscal printers or payment devices, while others rely on software certification, secure digital transaction records or electronic reporting.

For POS providers operating internationally, understanding and accommodating these different requirements is an essential part of delivering technology that businesses can rely upon.

International Experience.  Practical Knowledge.

At MYPOS Connect, we have extensive experience working with fiscal requirements across international markets.

Our experience includes fiscal printers in Italy, fiscal payment terminals supporting cash and card transactions in Turkey, POS software self-certification in France, digital receipt requirements across European markets, and fiscal regulations in India.

In the United States and Canada, we have also integrated with specialist tax calculation services, including Vertex and Avalara, to support sales tax calculations for in-store purchases and home deliveries.

These experiences have given us practical knowledge of how fiscal requirements affect POS software, payment systems, hardware integrations and everyday business operations.

Preparing for the Next Generation of Fiscal Compliance

As the UK moves towards mandatory POS software standards, we recognise the importance of preparing for regulatory change without introducing unnecessary complexity for businesses.

Our international experience, combined with our modern cloud-based, API-driven technology, provides a strong foundation for adapting to evolving fiscal requirements.

We will continue to follow developments from HMRC and prepare our technology for the new standards as their technical requirements are established.

Fiscal compliance is an evolving part of modern commerce.  At MYPOS Connect, we have the experience to understand these changes and are committed to being ready for what comes next.

Further Reading

• HMRC Electronic Sales Suppression consultation and government response.
• France's continuing allowance for POS software self-certification.