Navigating the tax refund process can be complex, with common pitfalls from misunderstanding the rules to mishandling necessary documents. In this blog post, we explore 9 common mistakes travellers make when claiming VAT refunds and provide tips on how to avoid them, helping you maximise your VAT savings on your next shopping trip in France.
Read MoreIf you’re travelling to Paris and looking for a great place to do some shopping, La Vallée Village is somewhere you really don’t want to miss. Apart from the discounts you can enjoy, this guide will show you how else you can save money by joining a membership programme as well as getting a tax refund on your shopping – including by using a VAT refund app like Wevat.
Read MoreFrance is known for its large selection of wines and Champagne, so enjoying some Champagne and wines is one of the great pleasures of travelling in France, especially for a wine enthusiast. In this blog, we will explore the key regions for tasting Champagne and wines, and if you would love to buy some to take home to enjoy, we can help you to save on your purchases by shopping tax-free.
Read MoreAs a non-EU traveller shopping tax-free in the EU, you’ll normally need to get your VAT refund approved at your departure points before leaving the last EU country. However, if you head to Switzerland after your time in France, how to reclaim your tax may differ a lot. Here is a complete guide on how to get a tax refund when leaving France for Switzerland to help you claim your refund smoothly.
Read MoreVAT refunds can be a tricky subject, especially when you're traveling to a foreign country. In Europe, the rules and regulations regarding tax refunds vary from country to country. To help you out, we've put together a complete guide to tax refunds in Europe, so you can get your money back without any hassle.
Read MoreIf you’re reading this article, you're probably aware of VAT refunds or have even experienced the joy of shopping tax-free in France before. But the way you validate your refund form can differ quite a lot depending on where you’re flying or training home from. In this article, we’ll give you a complete guide on how to claim your VAT back when you leave the EU from Paris.
Read MoreTax-free shopping in the past has only worked when you bought something in France at a physical, brick-and-mortar store. However, with Wevat, you can now benefit from the same tax refund perks even when shopping online for electronics, clothing, accessories, beauty, and household products, with no minimum spend per order. Here’s our step-by-step guide on how to get a tax refund on Amazon purchases.
Read MoreThinking about buying an iPhone, iPad, Macbook, or some other Apple-branded hardware and accessories? You don’t have to break the bank anymore if you claim a tax refund on your shopping as a traveler visiting France from a non-EU country. Here are our top tips on shopping for Apple products in France and how to save up to 20% VAT on an iPhone purchase for you.
Read MoreLe Bon Marché is one of the most popular shopping destinations for both international tourists and local Parisians. This blog will show you how to save money when shopping at Le Bon Marché if you travel to Paris, France by utilizing loyalty program and getting a tax refund.
Read MoreOnline shoppers rejoice... tax-free shopping has just got a little bit easier with Wevat (hooray!). You can now obtain a VAT refund on eligible online purchases with French-registered retailers. No need to miss out on those online bargains anymore! This article provides step-by-step instructions on getting your VAT back for online shopping in France.
Read MoreHolding and attending a wedding can be happy but also costly. This article gives you some inspiration on where to shop for wedding jewelry, wardrobe, gifts as well as wine and Champagne in France, and also top tips on how to reduce the cost by getting your VAT back with the tax-free shopping app Wevat!
Read MoreThis article is to help you with a visual step-by-step guide to get the VAT back for your shopping in France if you are travelling back home via Nice Côte d'Azur Airport. It includes the things you need to know and do before heading to the airport; where to find the tax refund self-service kiosks in each terminal; how to follow the tax refund kiosk’s on-screen instructions to get your tax refund approved.
Read MoreThis article is to help with a visual step-by-step guide to get the VAT back for your shopping in France if you are travelling back home via Calais France. It includes the things you need to know and do before heading to Calais; how much alcohol you can purchase for a tax refund; how to follow the Tax refund kiosks on-screen instructions to get your tax refund approved.
Read MoreThis article is to help with a visual step by step guide to get the VAT back for your shopping in France if you are travelling back home via Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. It includes the things you need to know and do before heading to the airport; where to find the Tax refund self-service kiosks in each terminal; how to follow the Tax refund kiosks on-screen instructions to get your tax refund approved.
Read MoreThe simple answer is almost..but It depends on what you purchase and where you shop in France. To make your tax refund experience more smooth during your trip in France, we are writing this article so you can easily know where to shop and how to shop during your trip.
Read MoreDid you know that British travellers are missing out on reclaiming hundreds of pounds worth of refund when shopping the EU? Well, if you're reading this article then you're probably aware of VAT-refunds and you want to know how to claim your tax refund when returning from France through Gare du Nord station. Continue reading to find out more about tax-free shopping and how it can save you loads of money and how to claim your refund at Gare du Nord station!
Read MoreAre you planning on travelling to France soon? Then you can’t miss this article about tax-free shopping and how you can save you up to 20% VAT back on you shopping during your trip. That’s the great thing about post-Brexit travelling in Europe is that British travellers can now claim a VAT refund on purchases made in the EU! Learn how to use Wevat for tax-free shopping in France to save on your purchases!
Read MoreIf you're new to tax-refund/tax-free shopping then it can get a little tricky to understand all the rules and regulations but we’re here to make this information and process easy to understand. We want to make sure your departure back to the UK is as smooth as possible when claiming your refunds so read on to learn everything about preparing for your departure from France.
Read MoreSince we all love finding deals and discounts on our shopping sprees so what better way to guarantee saving money than to try out tax-free shopping on your next trip to France? Luckily, most items will be valid and eligible for a VAT-refund as long as you purchase the items under the eligibility conditions you can find here. This little guide will fully prepare you with the knowledge on what you can or cannot get a VAT-refund on.
Read MoreIf you are planning to go to France then you could be saving money on your shopping through claiming VAT-refund! There are a few important points to be aware of in order to be eligible for a VAT-refund from spending limits to purchase time requirements and what goods are not eligible for a refund? Be prepared for your trip and have everything you need to know about tax-free shopping in France right here.
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