Can a private person qualify for a VAT refund?
A. Non-EC resident tourists can, in most cases apply for a refund of the VAT paid on gifts and merchandise bought for export. The refund should be requested at the last port before departure from the EC. The tourist is not entitled to a refund of the VAT incurred on services, such as hotel and car rental. This refund opportunity belongs to the company only. Unfortunately Dawnthrive only makes claims on behalf of registered companies and traders.
