Quick guide | 'Packaging and coding' pilot for tax-free shopping Tax refund

Shanghai has launched a new "packaging and coding" pilot program designed to make tax-free shopping faster and more convenient for overseas visitors.

Tax refunds speed up as city debuts self-service machines Tax refund

The first batch of self-service tax refund machines were launched at the HKRI Taikoo Hui this summer.

Refund-upon-purchase service for overseas visitors Tax refund

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 Tax refund

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.

New stores fuel Global Harbor buzz, offer instant refunds Tax refund

Global Harbor shopping mall in Putuo district recently welcomed several new stores, including Xiaomang Plus global flagship store and the world's first physical store of the clothing brand Nanjiren.

Zhangyuan now supports citywide tax refund services Tax refund

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

Tax refunds to tourists surge in Shanghai

Shanghai has seen a remarkable surge in tax refund sales for departing tourists during the first half of this year, underscoring the city's growing appeal as a global shopping destination.

City unveils action plan to expand departure tax refund

The Shanghai Municipal Commission of Commerce and five other departments jointly issued an action plan on July 3 to enhance the city's departure tax refund environment.

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

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.

New self-service tax refund machine debuts at Plaza 66 Tax refund

Shanghai's Jing'an district has introduced a new self-service tax refund machine at the Plaza 66 shopping mall.