The Tax Free system is an excellent opportunity for foreign travelers to save money on purchases in Turkey. Thanks to this program, offered by many stores, tourists can receive a tax refund on goods purchased in that country. Tax refunds can range from 10% to 20%, making this an attractive offer for many travelers.
One of the main questions that buyers often have is the minimum purchase amount required to receive Tax Free. In Turkey, the minimum amount depends on the category of goods and ranges from 110 to 120 liras. This means that purchasing goods for the specified amount or more allows you to receive a tax refund.
To be eligible for a Tax Free refund, you must meet certain requirements. Firstly, you must have a permanent residence outside of Turkey. Secondly, you should not live in Turkey for more than 6 months. If these conditions are met, you can easily receive a tax refund on your purchases.
Many stores that support the Global Blue Tax Free system are partners with the program and post information about it prominently. Most often, such information can be seen on store windows or at the entrance, in the form of special stickers. This makes it easier to find stores where you can take advantage of Tax Free.
The process of obtaining Tax Free is quite simple and straightforward. When making purchases, you need to notify sellers of your intention to return the money. They will provide you with a form to fill out which will be required for the return process. As a document proving your identity, you must present your passport or a copy of it.
If the store does not provide the form, you can fill it out at customs. In this case, after the purchase you will need to contact the appropriate Tax Free service at customs to obtain the necessary documents for the return. It is important to remember that in any case you will need receipts for purchased goods.
Upon presentation of all necessary documents to the Tax Free point employee, you will be entitled to a tax refund. You must have a Tax Free Form with you with all the required data, as well as receipts for purchased goods and the goods themselves. A passport or a copy of it is also a required document to complete the process.
Refunds are possible within 3 months from the date of purchase.
Making purchases under the Tax Free program is a great opportunity to save on purchases in Turkey. The tax refund amount can reach 10-20%, and the minimum purchase amount is 110-120 liras. By following simple steps and providing the necessary documents, you can easily take advantage of this privilege and save money when traveling to Turkey.
