Importing Taxes
You can import tax rates into Fuze Store POS to set up or update your tax configuration in bulk. This is useful when migrating from another system or adding new tax rules.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Open the app drawer.
- Go to Configurations.
- Under Data Management, tap Import.
- Choose the matching data type on the type grid.
- Optionally tap Download template for a CSV starter (your live export).
- Upload a CSV, XLS, or XLSX file, review the preview, then confirm Import.
Field Reference
Here are the columns in the Taxes import file:
| Field | Description | Required | Possible Values | Example |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| id | UUID identifier for the tax. Leave empty to create a new entry. | 123e4567-e89b-12d3-a456-426614174000 | ||
| name | Name of the tax. | Yes | General VAT | |
| description | A short note about the tax. | General VAT of the Philippines | ||
| is_active | Whether the tax is active. Defaults to YES if empty. | YES, NO | YES | |
| rate_type | Whether the rate is a percentage or a fixed per-item amount. | Yes | FIXED, PERCENTAGE | PERCENTAGE |
| rate | The tax rate value. For PERCENTAGE this is a percent (0–100); for FIXED it is an amount per item in your store currency. | Yes | 12 | |
| currency | ISO currency code for the tax. | Yes | ISO Currency Code | PHP |
| country | ISO country code the tax applies to. | Yes | ISO Country Code | PH |
Tips
- Review your data before importing to avoid errors.
- Download a sample export file first if you are unsure about formatting.
- Use descriptive names so you can identify each tax quickly.
- Keep your tax structure organized and review it regularly.