IQMT inspects online businesses, finds irregularities

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The Central Market Surveillance Inspectorate (IQMT) is continuing its inspection campaign targeting businesses operating through online platforms, with a particular focus on products delivered to consumers across Kosovo.

According to an IQMT statement, the inspections are being conducted in cooperation with the Kosovo Police, the Kosovo Tax Administration (ATK) and the Regulatory Authority of Electronic and Postal Communications (ARKEP), as well as postal service providers throughout the country.

During the campaign, 10 inspection teams have conducted more than 24 inspections, identifying several irregularities. These include products being sold without fiscal receipts, as well as missing declarations of origin and accompanying documentation.

IQMT said the businesses concerned had been given a deadline to submit the required documentation. Failure to meet legal requirements could result in measures including product seizures and fines.

The inspections also cover online business websites, product advertisements and the handling of consumer complaints, rather than focusing solely on goods in transit.

According to the statement, inspections have been conducted in eight major municipalities and extended to several municipalities in the Dukagjini region, including Klina, Istog, Deçan, Junik, Rahovec, Malisheva, Suhareka and Dragash.

IQMT reiterated its commitment to strengthening market surveillance, protecting consumers and ensuring fair competition, stressing that all products sold in Kosovo must comply with legal requirements.