If you're a resident outside the European Union and made purchases in Portugal, you can request a VAT refund under the Tax Free scheme. Discover how the process works, which documents are required, and where you can claim the amount you're entitled to.
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Tax Free is a tax exemption scheme that allows residents outside the European Union to obtain a VAT (Value Added Tax) refund on purchases made during their stay in Portugal.
Only travellers with permanent residence outside the European Union are entitled to a VAT refund on eligible purchases.
The refund amount depends on the VAT rate applied to the purchased products and the total invoice value. It typically ranges from approximately 10% to 17%, depending on the item and applicable rate.
To benefit from the scheme, the invoice amount must be equal to or greater than 50 euros plus VAT.
Tax free form issued by the store at the time of purchase, original invoice, passport, and, for early refunds, a valid credit card enabled for international online purchases.
Some operators offer online simulators to estimate your refund amount. You can also get assistance at a Unicâmbio desk.
The refund must be requested within 90 days of purchase, with customs validation performed upon leaving the European Union.
Items must leave the country in the traveller’s luggage and may not be used before departure from the European Union.