Audit of sellers of new iPhones 18: already more than 500 thousand UAH of fines for not issuing checks

Press service of the State Tax Service of Ukraine, published 02 October 2026 at 11:42 Chapter: News

Since the start of official sales of Apple gadgets of the 18th series in Ukraine, the State Tax Service has tightened control over compliance with the law during sale of mobile phones and accessories.

During September 2026, tax authorities placed 137 pre-orders for new models of smartwatches, phones and other Apple brand products.

According to the results of 18 control purchases, 5 facts of making payments without using the RRO/PRRO and without issuing fiscal checks to buyers in purchasing an iPhone 18 were established.

Amount of financial sanctions for the specified violations exceeds 500 thousand UAH.

Transparency of payments and compliance with other legal requirements in the sales of equipment under the constant attention of the State Tax Service. 

Retail chains should take care of proper payment processing and issuing fiscal checks to buyers. Customers are urged to be vigilant – check is also protection of rights. If there are any violations, report them to the "TAX Control". Service widget in the upper right corner of the State Tax Service’s web portal.