Good news for overseas visitors! Shanghai now offers the instant "refund-upon-purchase" service, making value-added tax, or VAT refunds easier than ever. Instead of waiting until departure, shoppers can receive a prepaid refund in renminbi immediately after purchasing at participating stores.

How it works

Want to learn more?

Check out our online special, which offers key information such as:

Policy overview: What the refund-upon-purchase service is and how it differs from the standard departure tax refund

Eligibility checklist: See if you qualify in seconds

Step-by-step guide: Understand the process at a glance

Participating shopping centers, stores, and tax refund counters: Where to shop and apply

FAQs: Clear answers to common questions