Is Electronic Fiscal Device (EFD) Registration mandatory in Tanzania?

Yes. Electronic Fiscal Device (EFD) Registration is a mandatory requirement enforced by Tanzania Revenue Authority.

How long does Electronic Fiscal Device (EFD) Registration take?

The official processing time is around 7 days.

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Electronic Fiscal Device (EFD) Registration

A registration administered by Tanzania Revenue Authority.

Practitioner verified Mandatory

Processing time: 7 days
Frequency: Once

What happens if you miss it

Not issuing EFD receipts: fine of up to 200 currency points (TZS 4,000,000); TRA can order the business closed until it complies. One of TRA's most actively enforced requirements.

Sources

Agency website: VAT Act - every VAT-registered person must acquire and use an EFD/VFD; https://www.tra.go.tz

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