Automated cash register reporting: fast, secure & compliant

Starting in 2025, businesses are required to register their cash registers with the tax authorities. The fiskaly SIGN DE x Submission API automates this process, replacing manual reporting via the ELSTER portal. This saves time and costs while minimizing manual effort.

Key facts at a glance

With the fiskaly SIGN DE x Submission API, you can efficiently and accurately meet the legal requirements of §146a (4) AO.

Why automated cash register reporting?

From 2025, businesses must comply with a new requirement: All electronic cash registers, taximeters, and odometers must be reported to the tax authorities. The process is time-consuming and error-prone—especially if reporting is done manually via ELSTER or through a tax consultant.

The solution for cash register reporting

The fiskaly SIGN DE x Submission API automates the reporting process—directly from your cash register system. This not only saves time but is also significantly more cost-efficient than hiring a tax consultant.

Your benefits with the
fiskaly.
SIGN DE x Submission API

Automation

No manual ELSTER login required, no duplicate data entry.

Time savings

Reports are submitted within seconds instead of minutes or hours.

Cost reduction

More cost-effective than hiring a tax consultant.

Error minimization

Reduces input errors and ensures a seamless reporting process.

Scalability

Suitable for both single businesses and large retail chains.

Legal compliance

Meets all legal requirements according to §146a (4) AO.

Seamless integration

Direct connection to your cash register system via API.

Simplify your reporting

Have questions about the reporting obligation in Germany? Learn what it means for your business and how to automate submissions with fiskaly SIGN DE x Submission API. Contact our sales team today!

FAQ cash register reporting obligation in Germany

How the
fiskaly.
SIGN DE x Submission API works

1. Get to know the API

The API documentation provides all the information you need for integration and usage.

2. Provide data

API users provide the required data.

3. Transmit data

The information is securely and fully automated to the tax authorities.

4. Receive confirmation

Successful registration is documented immediately.

Test & production environment

The fiskaly SIGN DE x Submission API has been live since January 1, 2025, and transmits reports directly to the tax authorities. A test environment is available for developers to test the integration in advance. Find more details in the API documentation.