Duty-Free
Japan to change tax-free shopping rules
The Japanese government has just announced that it will be changing the rules governing tax-free purchases from 1 January 2026. Until now, the rules for refunding consumption tax on goods have been disarmingly simple. The tax, which amounts to 10%, is immediately deducted from purchases by foreign visitors, on presentation of their passport or identity card.
Confusion surrounding airport duty-free in the UK
Will we be able to make duty-free purchases between the UK and the rest of the world in 2021? The answer is yes. Passengers will still be able to make duty-free purchases in Duty-Free Shops. The announcement even comes with some good news. Travellers between the EU and Great Britain will once again be able to buy alcohol and tobacco tax-free,...
