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Get invoices addressed to Airvat. Different stores, one running refund total.
Read the invoice instructionsClaim 20% VAT Refund in France. Easy Tax Free Shopping for Tourists.
- Works in any store or online
- Lowest commission
- Fast 24 hour electronic refund
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Different shops.
One refund to track.
One refund to track.
How the app works
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Validate before you leave.
Generate your tax-free form in the app. Scan its barcode at a PABLO kiosk or see Customs at your final EU departure point.
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No more lost refunds
Get paid electronically and track the status of your refund in the app. We will never charge your card - our peace of mind guarantee!
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No minimum spend per store, no hidden fees, no foreign currency charges.
Any store
Shop online or in store.
Ask for a correct invoice addressed to Airvat
One app
Combine purchases from different shops into a single VAT refund claim. Track it all live in the app.
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France VAT refund calculator
We charge a flat, transparent fee of 20% of your VAT refund.
€0€5,000
Your estimated refundThat’s approximately 13.33% back.
- VAT included in your shopping
- €166.67
- Airvat service fee
- −€33.34
Frequently asked questions
What can I buy tax-free in France?
Most goods, including clothing, bags, jewellery, electronics, cosmetics and edible gifts. Items must be unused and taken home in your personal luggage. Services such as hotels, restaurants and transport do not qualify. Details
Who can shop tax-free in France?
Travellers over 16 who live outside the EU and visit for less than six months. EU passport holders must provide proof of non-EU residency; French nationals need proof of consular registration outside the EU. Details
Where can I shop tax-free with Airvat?
Shop in any store or online, provided you obtain a business invoice addressed to Airvat. Online purchases must be delivered in France and taken home in your luggage. Invoice guidance · Online shopping
How much VAT refund do I get in France?
With Airvat, you receive 80% of the VAT—equivalent to 13.33% of the purchase price for goods taxed at 20%. Our 20% commission on the VAT is already deducted, with no additional payment fees or currency conversion mark-ups from Airvat. Details
What is the minimum purchase amount for a tax refund in France?
Your approved purchases must total more than €100. Combine invoices from different stores to reach this amount—there is no minimum spend per store or invoice with Airvat. Details
How long will my VAT refund payment take?
Refunds are usually paid within 24 hours of your tax-free form being validated. Airvat will notify you when your payment is on its way. Details
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