How do I know my customer has exported his/her goods? /

Customs departments are responsible for verifying export and eligibility for a VAT refund. When all requirements are met, a customer receives confirmation from customs that the items have been exported. Depending on the export method, confirmation is provided bij customs in the form of a stamp or digital export documents. Vatfree.com receives and verifies all documents for confirmation that the customer is eligible and the goods have been exported.

Customers are eligible for a VAT refund if:

1. They are permanent resident of a non-EU country (only applicable in case of exports via hand luggage)
2. They have bought items for a minimum amount per invoice/receipt (or per shop per day)
3. They export the items unused and within a 90 day period
4. They can provide confirmation of export in the form of a customs issued stamp or digital export documents
   

To prove eligibility and to receive proof of export, customers must show customs the following:

• purchase receipt 
• tax-free form (optional)
  
• purchases (labeled and packaged)
• Passport *
• Boarding pass (mandatory for customs but not vatfree.com)

* If customers have an EU-passport, they are required to show a visa or residence permit for the non-EU country they are living in