Can I travel within the EU?

You may travel within the EU to other countries after making a qualifying purchase. However, the key requirement is that you must leave the EU within the specified timeframe, and you must take the purchased goods with you.

Here's how the process typically works:

·      Goods must accompany you:

It's important to note that to be eligible for a VAT refund, the goods must accompany you when leaving the EU. This means you should not send the goods separately or ship them out of the EU.

·      Customs validation:

Customs officials or the VAT refund office will validate the VAT refund form by stamping it or using another form of validation. This step confirms that the goods are leaving the EU with you.

·      Be aware of time limits:

Be aware of any time limits for claiming the VAT refund. Ensure that you initiate the refund process before leaving the EU. The general rule is that you must leave the EU within three months following the month in which the qualifying purchase was made.

·      Several destinations:

If you’re travelling to a few destinations on a trip, you’ll need to claim your tax refund at the customs of the last EU country you leave from.