The FPS Finance, as the tax authority in Belgium, has published another technical document concerning the upcoming GKS 2.0 solutions.
The document outlines the technical specifications for an API protocol between the Fiscal Data Module (FDM) and FPS Finances in Belgium, focusing on ensuring tax compliance through electronic monitoring of business transactions in specific industries
Draft API Protocol Specifications for FDM Integration with FPS Finances is published in Belgium
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Author: Tara Nedeljkovic
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It provides a detailed description of the system's high-level design, key technical elements, and main functionalities, including how the FDM manages and transmits business transactions to FPS Finances. The document is targeted at manufacturers who are interested in producing FDMs for the Belgian market and is intended to guide developers and analysts in implementing the required functionalities. The document is only available in English and is in draft form, subject to updates.
You can access the English version of this technical document on our Fiscal Portal at the following link: API-protocol between FDM & Fincloud
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