The Federal Tax Authority of the UAE has launched a 'world first' VAT tax refund system for online shopping by tourists in Dubai and other emirates

The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) announced the launch of a new VAT refund system for E-Commerce Retail Purchases for tourists during their stay in the UAE,

The new e-commerce VAT refund system builds upon the success of the FTA’s fully digital VAT refund system introduced over two years ago.

Visitors, tourists and business travellers. In short, international tourists who can show proof of overseas residence can get a VAT refund on their purchases. So, in the EU, even if you’re a citizen of a member country but live outside the EEA – such as in the GCC or the UK – you’re eligible to ask for your VAT back.

The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has launched a new VAT refund system for e-commerce retail purchases for tourists during their stay in the UAE, which is considered the world’s f

PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. signed into law the VAT Refund for Non-Resident Tourists measure on December 9, 2024, aiming to boost tourism, economic growth, a

The UAE will now offer value-added tax refunds for e-commerce purchases made by tourists during their stay in the Emirates. The move aims to boost the country's position as a tourism and e-commerce hub,

In a statement today, the Federal Tax Authority explained that this initiative is part of its ongoing efforts to adopt proactive, innovative solutions

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Monday signed into law a measure providing refund of Value Added Tax (VAT) for foreign tourists to attract more travelers and position the country as a “premier global shopping destination.