China Tax Refund Guide - ChinaTripPath

❓ Who is eligible for a tax refund in China?

✔️ Overseas, Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan visitors
✔️ Staying in Mainland China for less than 183 consecutive days
✔️ Goods purchased for personal use only

❓ What are the requirements for tax refund shopping?

✔️ Shop at designated tax-free stores
✔️ Minimum spending of CNY 200 in one store on the same day
✔️ Goods must be new and unused
✔️ Departure within 90 days of purchase

❓ How much tax refund can I get in China?

✔️ Official VAT refund rate: 11%
✔️ Service fee: 2%
✔️ Actual refund received: around 9%

Example:
Spend CNY 1,000 → Get approximately CNY 90 back

❓ Can I get the tax refund in cash?

✔️ Up to CNY 20,000: cash or bank transfer
✔️ Above CNY 20,000: bank transfer only

❓ Where can I apply for a tax refund?

✔️ At international airports and designated exit ports
✔️ Major cities include Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Chengdu, and Qingdao

❓ What is the tax refund process at the airport?

✔️ Collect invoice and tax refund form at purchase
✔️ Get customs verification before departure
✔️ Receive refund at the refund counter

❓ What is Instant Tax Refund in China?

✔️ Receive the refund immediately after purchase
✔️ Requires credit card pre-authorization
✔️ Customs verification is still required upon departure