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Refund-upon-purchase service for overseas visitors

The refund-upon-purchase service allows overseas visitors to receive their tax refund in renminbi immediately when buying eligible goods at designated stores in Shanghai.

Departure tax refund policy for overseas visitors

The departure tax refund policy allows overseas visitors to claim a refund of value-added tax on eligible goods purchased at designated stores when departing China through approved ports.

Zhangyuan now supports citywide tax refund services

It now accepts refund claims from all tax free stores across the city.

City expands tax refund network, covering 1,000+ stores

International shoppers can now process cash refunds at the service counter on the first floor of The Central shopping mall in Shanghai's Huangpu district.

Guide to 'refund-upon-purchase' service for overseas visitors

This new model allows visitors to receive their VAT refunds on the spot at the time of purchase, making the savings more immediate and tangible.

Shanghai rolls out 'Tap for Tax Refund' service for global tourists

Shanghai, in collaboration with Alipay and Bank of China, has upgraded its departure tax refund service, enabling global tourists to instantly claim tax refunds using Alipay's innovative "Alipay Tap" feature.

Foreign tourists eligible for tax refund on 200 yuan purchases

China unveiled a slew of measures to optimize its departure tax refund policy, allowing overseas travelers to apply for a refund if they spend 200 yuan at the same store on the same day.

Collection of guides for handling tax refunds in Shanghai

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FAQs: Duty-free shopping in Shanghai airports

Passengers who have completed customs exit formalities and are about to travel abroad, as well as inbound passengers who have not yet completed customs entry, could purchase duty-free goods at airport duty-free stores. When purchasing duty-free goods, inbound and outbound passengers must use the vouchers of the means of transportation they are traveling on and their valid entry and exit documents.