Tax-free shopping

Tax-free shopping allows eligible international travelers to purchase goods without paying local sales tax or VAT at the point of sale. When you buy items in a country that offers this program, you can later reclaim the tax paid when leaving the country, typically through a refund process. This benefits travelers by reducing the overall cost of purchases. To qualify, shoppers usually need to present proof of international travel, and some countries may have minimum purchase amounts or specific procedures. It encourages tourism and international shopping by making goods more affordable for visitors.