VAT is an essential element, with different rates set by law depending on the type of consumption and products sold.

We will quickly explain how to assign the correct VAT rate to an item.

Tip: We recommend that you always specify the default VAT rates in the hierarchy to speed up data entry. This means you don't need to enter them in the item record, unless you want to force a different rate.

As a reminder, here are the rules currently in force:

On site:

Alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage: 21% Belgium – 20% France

Food: 12% Belgium – 10% France

To take away:

Alcoholic beverages: 21% Belgium – 20% France

Non-alcoholic beverages: 6% Belgium – 5.5% France

Food: 6% Belgium – 5.5% France

*subject to change – please refer to official publications from the SPF

Change the VAT for an item from the cash register

Hello, everyone!

Today, we will learn how to change the VAT rate of an item directly from your cash register.

Objective

Update the VAT on site and VAT to take away for a specific item (e.g. 1L still water).

Steps to follow

1. Go to Settings → Articles.

2. Search for and click on the item you want to edit (e.g. Still water 1L).

3. Once in the configuration file, locate the following two fields:

   • Retail VAT on site

   • VAT to take away

4. Select the correct rates:
   • Example for still water:

     • 21% on site

     • 6% to take away

5. Click Save to save your changes.

Good to know

• These two rates are automatically displayed according to the consumption mode selected at the time of sale.
• Proper configuration ensures tax compliance and accuracy in your sales reports.