VAT Tourist Refund Scheme: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how to claim back a portion of the tax paid on your purchases while visiting the United Arab Emirates.
This scheme allows certain shoppers to claim back a portion of the value-added tax paid on goods purchased within the country.
Who it's for
This scheme is available to visitors to the country. Residents may also qualify depending on the specific types of goods they have purchased.
What you get
You can receive a refund of the tax paid on eligible purchases. The amount returned is based on the tax rate applied to those items.
What it costs you
To successfully claim your money, you must keep your original tax invoices for all purchases. You will need to present these documents to process your request.
The catch to know
You must export your purchased goods from the country within 90 days to be eligible for the refund.
How to apply
- Keep all your original tax invoices from your purchases.
- Ensure your goods are exported within the required timeframe.
- Follow the submission process on the official portal.
For more details, visit https://tax.gov.ae