Italian hotel receptionist Abdelkrim Essaqr (also known as Karem), who went viral for his love of Guangdong candies, shared that he was impressed by Guangdong's technology during his trip to Dongguan. He decided to buy a Chinese smartphone to take back to Milan.
After making a careful selection, Karem purchased a new phone for around 2,000 yuan. He also took advantage of the departure tax refund policy. This means that if he meets the requirements, he could claim a tax refund upon leaving China, which is roughly equivalent to a 10% discount on the item.
If you'd like to enjoy the same benefit, it's important to understand the requirements of the departure tax refund policy:
First, the tax-refund items must not be used or consumed.
Second, the purchase must be made within 90 days before departure.
Third, your stay in China must not exceed 90 days.
Fourth, the tax-refund items must be carried by the overseas traveler personally upon departure, or checked in as luggage with the traveler.
Keep these in mind, and you'll be ready to apply for your refund.
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Reporter: Xie Maishi
Video: Pan Jiajun
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