International Shopping
At Swarnnataj, we ensure that your luxury purchase is as rewarding as it is beautiful. Learn how you can claim your 5% VAT refund as a tourist in the UAE.
THE ART OF EVOLUTION
Value Added Tax (VAT) was introduced in the UAE in 2018 at a standard rate of 5%. For international visitors, the `Tax Refund for Tourists Scheme` allows you to recover the VAT paid on goods purchased during your stay.
As a certified boutique gold house, Swarnnataj provides all necessary digital and physical documentation to facilitate a seamless refund process at the airport or port of exit.
We outline 100% compliant documentation ensuring your assets are verified for presentation at any customs port of exit.
Recover the inherent cost of your investment by claiming 85-90% of paid tax prior to your departure via our approved terminal.
Diplomatic Protocol
To qualify for a VAT refund on your jewellery or bullion purchase, ensure you meet the following UAE Federal Tax Authority requirements:
Available to anyone who is not a resident of the UAE and is at least 18 years of age.
The refund applies to purchases with a minimum total value of AED 250 (inclusive of VAT).
A valid Passport and the original Tax Invoice are required at the time of purchase in-store.
THE TOURIST PATHWAY
From our boutique to the departure gate, we provide the documentation and digital tagging required to ensure your VAT reclaim is effortless and transparent.
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At the time of your purchase at our boutique, please present your original passport and request a `Tax-Free` purchase.
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Our team will scan your passport and generate a digital tax-free tag through the federal system, which is then linked to your original tax invoice.
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Before checking in your luggage at the airport (or other port of exit), visit a `Planet Payment` validation kiosk.
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Once validated, you can choose to receive your refund via credit card, WeChat Pay, or cash.
