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What is tax refund for travellers?
In a number of countries, authorities are working to stimulate retail trade by offering VAT refunds to globe shoppers that purchase goods during their stay, and then export the goods in their personal baggage. Using this service, globe shoppers can save on their purchases.
Who is entitled to tax free shopping?
International travellers are entitled to a tax refund on purchases when they export the goods from the country they are visiting. To be entitled to a refund within the European Union (EU) the traveller has to reside outside the EU.
How quickly do travellers receive refunds?
Travellers can receive their refunds in the way that is most convenient for them at more than 250 refund offices around the world. Cash is paid out immediately at the airport of departure, at the border crossing or in the traveller’s home country.
Credit card refunds take 3-5 working days, while a request for refund mailed back to us can take up to 3 weeks.