Posts tagged France
6 Best souvenirs to bring home when travelling in France and guide to getting a tax refund

When travelling to France, it’s good to bring home some unique and memorable souvenirs for friends and families before leaving the country, from high-quality perfumes to luxurious hand creams. In this blog post, we'll explore some best souvenirs to bring home from France and provide useful tips on how to save money by shopping tax-free with the Wevat tax refund app.

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How to save money on your shopping at La Vallée Village in Paris, France? Membership programme & VAT refund!

If 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.

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Best French wine regions to visit and how to save on your purchases with tax-free shopping

France 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.

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The ultimate guide to shopping at pharmacies in Paris and how to save money by getting a tax refund in France

Apart from fashion boutiques and department stores, pharmacies are also an absolute must-visit when visiting France. If you’re travelling to Paris and wondering how to shop for the best deals on skincare products, from researching different options to taking advantage of tax-free shopping with the Wevat app, this guide will help you to shop the most for your visiting pharmacies in Paris.

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Tax-free shopping in France: How to claim VAT refunds if leaving France for Switzerland

As 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.

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Tax-free shopping in the EU: Ultimate guide to VAT refund for tourists travelling in Europe

VAT 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.

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Shop on Champs-Elysées, Paris: What to buy and how to save money with tax-free shopping in France

The Champs-Elysées is one of the most famous streets in the world among French and international visitors. In this article, you’ll find where to shop for clothes, bags, jewellery, fragrance, beauty, souvenirs and electronic products all on Champs-Elysées, Paris! And also learn how to save money by shopping tax-free with Wevat’s tax refund app when travelling to France.

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Tax-free shopping in France – the complete guide to getting your VAT refund when leaving from Paris airports and train stations

If 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.

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Shopping online during your stay in France? Here’s how to get a tax refund on Amazon online shopping

Tax-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.

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How to benefit from tax free shopping on your online shopping in France?

Online 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.

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Six of the best apps to use when visiting Paris, France

Paris is recognised as one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, with a number of historic heritage sites, museums and monuments, restaurants and cafes, as well as boutiques and shopping centres. To make your next Paris trip even better, we’ve put together a list of some of our favourite Paris apps that can help you get the most from the City of Lights. A lot of these apps will also be beneficial if you plan to widen your trip to include travel in France.

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