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AdvaPOS

Listed by KRA as an eTIMS integrator

KRA eTIMS POS for Kenyan businesses

Sell, accept M-Pesa, manage stock and branches, and issue eTIMS-compliant invoices from one system.

One sale, followed throughSample data

Running

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OSCU and VSCU
AdvaPOS v1.1.0 on KRA's approved integrator list dated 26 Jan 2026.
500+ businesses
Running on the Advatech stack.
Web, desktop, mobile
One tenant, one stock and fiscal record.
24/7 support
From our Nairobi team.

What AdvaPOS connects to

  • Compliance: KRA eTIMSReal-time validation of sales and refunds
  • Compliance: Credit notesAdjustments kept with full history
  • Compliance: Reverse invoicingPurchase records when a supplier issues no ETR
  • Payments: M-PesaAdd-onSTK push, Paybill and Till Number
  • Payments: Airtel MoneyAdd-onAccepted at the till
  • Payments: Card and cashIn the same checkout flow
  • Hardware: Receipt printersThermal and Bluetooth
  • Hardware: Handheld terminalsCiontek handhelds
  • Hardware: Barcode scanningScan items at checkout

Three ways to run AdvaPOS

Web, desktop, and mobile

This site is your gateway. Sign in to the web app, download desktop for the till, or install mobile for the floor. One subscription, one data model, three experiences tuned to how your team works.

Back office and HQ

Web app

Cloud dashboard in the browser

Run your entire backoffice from any modern browser. Branches, inventory, eTIMS, procurement, and executive reports live in one secure workspace your team can open from HQ or on the road.

  • No install required
  • Multi-branch HQ view
  • VSCU and eTIMS
  • Reverse invoicing

Every sale shows its eTIMS status, so finance can see what has been validated. Validated sales have a tax receipt with a QR code.

Sample screen with sample names and figures.

At the till

Desktop app

Windows and Mac POS

Native desktop performance for high-volume counters and back-office teams. Built for daily till work with offline resilience, thermal printers, and handheld terminals used across Kenyan retail.

  • Windows and macOS
  • Thermal and Bluetooth printers
  • Offline queue
  • Ciontek handhelds
Desktop app details

If the internet drops, sales queue on the till. When it returns they sync automatically and head office sees them.

Sample screen with sample names and figures.

On the shop floor

Mobile app

Android and iOS

Sell on the shop floor, in the warehouse aisle, or at a pop-up. Mobile POS keeps working when connectivity drops, then syncs fiscal receipts and stock movements to web and desktop without duplicate entry.

  • Offline capable
  • M-Pesa STK push
  • Bluetooth printing
  • Field sales
Mobile app details

Print the receipt to a Bluetooth printer. The paper comes out at the printer, with the QR code on the slip.

Sample screen with sample names and figures.

Industries

Built for however you sell in Kenya

eTIMS and POS workflows for Kenyan retail, supermarkets, pharmacy, hospitality, wholesale and cooperatives. Pick a sector to see how a day runs.

All industries
  • Multi-branch

    Retail and wholesale

    Fast checkout, stock control, and branch visibility for fashion, electronics, hardware, and general merchandise.

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  • High throughput

    Supermarkets and grocery

    High-volume checkout, supplier purchases, and real-time stock for grocery chains and neighbourhood supermarkets.

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  • Batch tracking

    Pharmacy and chemist

    Batch-aware inventory, compliant receipts, and controlled pricing for pharmacies serving walk-in and prescription customers.

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  • Fast POS

    Bars and restaurants

    Quick-service and table-service flows with M-Pesa at the counter, kitchen-friendly inventory, and eTIMS on every ticket.

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  • Outlet splits

    Hotels and lodging

    Unify restaurant, bar, and front-office sales with fiscal compliance and consolidated reporting for hospitality groups.

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  • Credit limits

    Wholesale and distribution

    Credit customers, bulk pricing, and depot transfers for distributors serving other retailers.

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  • Member accounts

    Cooperatives and SACCOs

    Member pricing, controlled margins, and transparent audit trails for cooperative shops and member-facing retail operations.

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Running a multi-branch or mixed business? Talk to our Nairobi team.

Platform capabilities

Engineered for absolute control & compliance.

Everything your retail, pharmacy, or enterprise operation needs to run smoothly across Kenya—from KRA eTIMS fiscalization to automated M-Pesa payments and offline continuity.

Core Compliance VSCU & OSCU Ready

Instant KRA eTIMS Fiscalization

Every sale validates instantly against KRA eTIMS servers without third-party middleware bottlenecks. Credit notes, stock adjustments, and tax reports remain flawlessly unified in a single audit trail.

Receipt Status

Fiscalized

Integration

Direct System-to-System

Automated M-Pesa STK Push

Trigger instant payment prompts directly to customer phones via Daraja API. Eliminate manual paybill cross-checking and cashier reconciliation errors.

Daraja 2.0 Integrated

Live Stock & FEFO Tracking

Real-time stock balances across all branches, warehouses, and depots. Includes automated FEFO expiry alerts for pharmacies and high-volume retail.

99.9% Stock Precision

Offline-First Continuity

Never lose a sale during power outages or internet drops. Terminals continue selling locally and automatically sync cloud data once reconnected.

Zero Downtime Sales

Multi-Branch & Till Control

Centralized administration for retail chains across Nairobi and nationwide. Monitor branch margins, manage permissions, and transfer stock remotely.

Unlimited Outlets

Business Analytics & Margins

Sales trends, profit margins, and export-friendly reports.

CRM & Customer Accounts

Track purchase history, store credit, and loyalty points.

Thermal Barcode Printing

Custom product barcodes and shelf tags on demand.

Reverse Invoicing & POs

Buyer-initiated invoicing, credit notes, and supplier POs.

KRA eTIMS

Compliance built in, not bolted on

AdvaPOS validates and fiscalizes transactions through native eTIMS integration. Your team does not juggle middleware boxes or manual uploads. Receipts, credit notes, and purchase documentation stay inside the same audit trail finance and KRA expect.

  • Real-time validation on sales and refunds
  • VSCU support for controlled environments
  • Credit notes and adjustments with history
  • Reverse invoicing for supplier gaps

Live KRA Fiscalization Engine

Direct System-to-System Connection

Live Sync
Online Sales Control Unit (OSCU)0.12s Latency

Transactions are validated in real-time directly against KRA servers with automatic offline fallback queues.

KRA Fiscalized ReceiptInstant QR

CU-SN: KRA-OSCU-ADV-2026-0981

PIN: P052198274X • Taxable: KES 14,500.00

Official KRA Integration PartnerVerify Compliance
Introducing AdvaERP

Full ERP for Kenya.
15+ modules. One platform.

AdvaERP is a modular back-office ERP built for Kenyan businesses. General Ledger, Payroll, HR, Procurement, Inventory, CRM, and more. Buy only what you need.

  • eTIMS, M-Pesa, PAYE, NSSF, SHIF/NHIF built in natively.
  • Buy only the modules your business needs today.
  • KES-priced SaaS, protecting you from dollar exchange volatility.
  • Connects to AdvaPOS via optional real-time bridge module.
Explore AdvaERP
Modular Suite Architecture
KES Priced
Finance
General Ledger
PAYE/SHIF
Payroll & Statutory
HRIS
HR & Talent
Supply
Procurement & POs
Stock
Depot Inventory
Leads
CRM & Pipeline
Billing
Accounts Receivable
Vendors
Accounts Payable
Assembly
Manufacturing & BOM
Cash
Bank Reconciliation
Assets
Fixed Asset Register
Planning
Budgeting & Forecasts
Seamless AdvaPOS Integration+6 More Modules

Procurement & KRA Tax Claims

Purchase tax records when suppliers do not issue ETRs

Record inbound purchases for KRA when suppliers do not issue ETRs, with purchase links and a full audit trail.

Document inbound purchases for KRA from your side when there is no supplier ETR to claim against. Issue the record, link it to purchases, and keep a signed audit trail alongside your eTIMS retail flow.

Buyer-Issued Records

Log inbound stock purchases directly when suppliers lack ETRs.

KRA Tax Deduction

Generate signed audit trails to claim tax deductions legally.

Procurement Sync

Link buyer invoices directly to purchase orders and stock ledgers.

Cryptographic Hash

Digitally hash each record for immutable compliance history.

Talk to Sales

Buyer-Issued Purchase Record

KRA Reverse Invoicing Standard

Signed & Hashed
Informal Supplier / FarmerSUP-INF-9081

Inbound Purchase: Fresh Produce Batch #420

Supplier does not possess active KRA ETR terminal.

Buyer Tax InvoiceStatus: Approved for KRA Audit
Available on AdvaPOS Cloud APIAudit Ready

Customer stories

Trusted by growing businesses

From our first migration, onboarding was efficient and smooth. AdvaTech support stayed available through go-live.

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David E. Spark

Delin Capital Asset Management

First-class service at a fair price. Fast responses, a clear interface, and patient help on the smallest issues.

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Bulzari A. Hasheem

Cargostore International Ltd

AdvaPOS transformed our retail operations. Fiscal receipts and multi-location analytics give us full visibility.

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Grace M. Wanjiku

Nairobi Retail Chain

FAQ

Common questions

Quick answers about apps, eTIMS, industries, and pricing. Need more detail? Contact our team or build a quote online.

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KRA eTIMS certified
99.9% uptime SLA
Dedicated onboarding
Nairobi support