Enjoy a Tax Refund Before You Leave China!

International travelers departing from a designated exit port in China can claim a value-added tax (VAT) refund on eligible purchases made at tax refund shops during their stay. To qualify, travelers must meet the following conditions:

Eligibility for Tax Refund:
1.Purchases at a single tax refund shop by the same traveler on the same day must total at least RMB 200.
2.Items to be refunded must not have been used or consumed.
3.The departure date must be within 90 days of the purchase date.
4.The items must be carried by the traveler personally or checked as luggage when exiting China.

VAT Refund Calculation Formula:

Refundable VAT = Invoice Amount (incl. VAT) × Refund Rate

How to Claim Your Refund:

Step ①
Shop at a designated tax refund store, and request the "Departure Tax Refund Application Form for Overseas Tourists" and a purchase invoice from the store staff.

Step ②
When departing China, take the unused goods, your invoice, application form, and passport or other valid ID to the Customs desk at the port of departure for inspection and a stamp of verification.

Step ③
Bring your stamped application form, invoice, and passport or valid ID to the tax refund agency at the departure port to complete your refund process.

Please note that the refund agency may deduct a small service fee.

Refund Options:
Cash refund or Bank transfer

If the refund amount is less than RMB 20,000, you may choose either cash or bank transfer.

If the amount exceeds RMB 20,000, the refund will be processed via bank transfer only.

“Instant Refund” Stores:

At stores offering “instant tax refund” services, you can receive your refund on the spot after a credit card pre-authorization.