The system of refunding the value added tax paid on the purchase of goods by tourists is developed in many countries. To get some of the money spent, you need to know some of the subtleties of this process.
Instructions
Step 1
The tax free system applies to most of the goods popular among tourists: clothes, shoes, jewelry, electronics and much more. Sellers who are ready to issue the documents necessary for a refund mark their store with a noticeable white and blue sticker. It is important to remember that the tax will be refunded to you in the event that you bought a product for a certain amount at a time, which varies from 30 to 140 euros in different countries. You can always find out the exact amount from the sellers.
Step 2
Prepare papers for a tax refund after purchasing an item. After paying the check, ask the seller for the tax free forms. This usually requires your passport, so always carry it or at least a photocopy with you. When leaving the store, you must have on hand a product, a sales receipt and a special tax-free check. The latter must indicate the purchase amount, the amount of tax and the buyer's data (last name, first name, patronymic, passport number and address).
Step 3
Do not unpack your purchases until you leave the country. This rule applies in all countries, so it is better not to break it. At customs, you will need to present the goods and receipts in order to get some of the money back. Do not rip off tags and labels, do not damage the integrity of the packaging. It is best to leave your purchases as you picked them up from the store.
Step 4
Take care of your refund before your flight at the airport. Special offices for the return of tax free are called Cash Refund, you can always inquire about its location from the airport employees, including security guards. Before getting the money in your hands, you need to go through customs procedures, where they will inspect your purchases and check them against receipts. If everything is in order, you will receive a blue stamp on the back of your checks, and only then can you receive tax. It is issued in cash in the currency of the country from which you are leaving.
