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Stricter Control Over Card-to-Card Payments

  • 6 June 2026
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Stricter Control Over Card-to-Card Payments

The State Tax Service under the Ministry of Economy urges entrepreneurs to strictly comply with legislation regarding the installation of POS terminals and the acceptance of cashless payments. The authority states that, in accordance with the Law on Protection of Consumer Rights, the installation of POS terminals, as well as ensuring electronic payment options for consumers under the Law on Electronic Commerce, is a direct obligation of taxpayers.

At the same time, tax authorities monitor compliance with these requirements in businesses where POS terminals are mandatory. If cases of refusal to accept cashless payments are identified, prompt tax control measures are carried out.

It is noted that despite repeated warnings and awareness efforts, some entrepreneurs continue to violate the law. As a result, tax control measures have been intensified. Financial sanctions for violations are as follows:

  • First violation within a year: 1,000 AZN

  • Second violation: 3,000 AZN

  • Third and subsequent violations: 6,000 AZN


NFS Audit’s Recommendations for Entrepreneurs

  • Accept cashless payments in compliance with legal requirements only via POS terminals;

  • Do not use card-to-card payment methods, as they are considered illegal;

  • Failure to install POS terminals in required business locations leads to serious financial penalties;

  • Consumers should insist on paying only via POS terminals, which protects entrepreneurs and ensures transparency.

At NFS Audit, we emphasize that compliance with these requirements is not only a legal obligation but also enhances your business’s reliability and customer satisfaction. By following the law, you avoid tax penalties and build transparent, trustworthy relationships with your customers.

 

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