Unlock More VAT Refund on Your French Shopping Spree! A Real Experience!
Hey everyone!
Just got back from an amazing trip to France with my friend. She splurged on some designer goodies at Galleries La Fayette. We knew about getting VAT refunds, but the big refund companies were charging crazy commission fees. For example, on a €1500 purchase (with €250 VAT), she would only get back around €170 after their cut! 😱
Zapptax: A Game Changer for Savvy Shoppers
Luckily, I was introduced to "Zapptax" by a friend living in Europe. They're a smaller company, but their commission fees are WAY lower. They explained that their process is 100% digital, cutting out the middleman and those hefty fees to stores. Apparently, lots of French expats trust them when they come back to France to visit family and do some shopping, because they get more of their VAT back! 👍
- More Money Back: My friend got back €200 instead of €170 – that's an extra €30 (almost 820k VND)!
- Easy & Fast: The process was super quick, straightforward, and easy to understand.
- No Minimum Per Store: Unlike other services that require a €100 minimum spend per store, with Zapptax, you can combine receipts from multiple stores as long as the total is over €100! Talk about shopping freedom! 🎉
I just had to share this with you all. If you're heading to France, Belgium, or Spain soon, ditch the big companies and check out Zapptax. You'll get more money back! (It's a shame they don't cover all of Europe yet, but since so many of us fly into/out of France, it shouldn't be an issue!) 😉
How to Maximize Your VAT Refund with Zapptax
- Get a Normal Invoice: When you're at the store, don't tell them you need a VAT refund form (they might be partnered with the big, expensive companies). Just ask for a regular invoice with the following info:
- (Your Name)
- Zapptax 23, rue JJ Rousseau
- 75001 PARIS
- Download the Zapptax App: Search for "Zapptax" in your app store.
- Enter Your Details: Fill in your passport, flight, and travel details. If your flight is soon, they'll prioritize your refund form and their support is super helpful throughout your trip.
- Upload Your Invoices: Take photos of your invoices in the app. Their team will fill out and send you the completed VAT refund form within 2-3 hours (plenty of time before you head to the airport).
- Get Your Refund at the Airport: At the airport (e.g., CDG in Paris), scan the barcode on your refund form at the VAT refund kiosk. Show your purchases if asked. (If customs stamps your form instead of scanning, just upload a photo of the stamped form in the app).
That's it! My friend from China landed back home and the refund was already in her account! 🤩
This app is a game-changer – so quick, easy, and smart. I had to share it with you all. Happy shopping on your next European adventure, and may you save as much money as possible! 😄
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