What does connecting to NTAK cost?

When did NTAK registration become mandatory?

Connecting to NTAK is not actually new: Hungarian accommodation providers have been reporting data for a long time. Since 1 November 2021, registration with the National Tourism Data Supply Centre has been mandatory for accommodation providers and tourist attractions operating in Hungary, as well as every hospitality establishment required to use an online cash register under NGM Decree 48/2013 (XI. 15.)!

NTAK registration is therefore a legal obligation both for newly opened hospitality businesses and existing establishments. Under Government Decree 235/2019 (X. 15.), registration must be followed by daily data reporting to the National Tourism Data Supply Centre. Data collection aims to incorporate Hungarian hospitality establishments and tourist attractions into the reporting system and gather statistical information. The statistical and sales data received by NTAK make it possible to measure the tourism sector's performance across all 11 types of hospitality establishment.

When does NTAK reporting become mandatory?

From 1 January 2023, data reporting is mandatory for every establishment, even on days when it is closed, so registration and obtaining hospitality software capable of meeting the reporting obligation cannot be put off much longer. Meeting the reporting deadline will only be straightforward for establishments that have restaurant software approved and authorised by the National Tourism Data Supply Centre, capable of automatic, real-time data transmission even while the restaurant is closed.

Contrary to earlier information, statistical data must be sent to NTAK continuously, in real time. Orders must be submitted immediately after completion, and the daily closing report once every day, whether or not the restaurant is open that day. The designated authority will check continuity of reporting at least once a year.

For more information on the required data and the establishments affected, read this article.

How much does NTAK connection and reporting cost?

Only hospitality software able to communicate with NTAK and certified by the Hungarian Tourism Agency may be used for reporting. If the developer cannot provide NTAK reporting free of charge, it is worth choosing another provider that can handle restaurant orders and send data automatically to the centre.

The Orsys Restaurant Software is compatible with NTAK and can therefore provide automatic reporting in accordance with the law. We charge no fee for adding or using the NTAK module, and this development will not increase the cost of our restaurant software for customers. Since data transmission is mandatory for almost every hospitality establishment throughout the country, we believe no restaurant software developer should charge extra for the NTAK connection or its operation.

We are sorry to hear from several establishments that other providers may charge as much as HUF 25,000 for the NTAK module on top of their standard monthly fee. Orsys Restaurant Software charges none of its customers any extra fee for the NTAK connection or other developments. The amount charged by other providers could cover as much as two months of our software subscription, including NTAK reporting alongside the various functions and ongoing updates and improvements.

We are committed to helping Hungarian hospitality businesses. Alongside the free NTAK connection, we continually work to provide our partners with useful information and educational resources. Our free Knowledge base covers current hospitality issues and interesting topics, and you can access it here. Remember to subscribe to our newsletter to be among the first to hear our most important news and receive our educational content!

Who is Orsys Restaurant Software for?

Orsys Restaurant Software supports both event-triggered reporting and daily closing reports, so we recommend it to every hospitality establishment that wants to comply with its statutory reporting obligations. Our software sends all mandatory data automatically and in real time, leaving our partners with no NTAK-related tasks or data to enter on NTAK's interfaces or elsewhere. Our restaurant software is an excellent option for pizzerias, restaurants, bistros, pastry shops, snack bars and cafés. It has a very affordable monthly fee and runs on basic hardware, so you do not need to spend millions on equipment.

To learn more about Orsys Restaurant Software, click the Sign up link below. We will contact you with detailed information!

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