Tourists can get 15 pc VAT refund in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia has officially introduced a value-added tax (VAT) refund for tourists and Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nationals, enabling eligible visitors to reclaim fifteen percent VAT on qualifying purchases.

The initiative forms part of wider efforts



to enhance the tourism and shopping experience, while boosting the Kingdom’s appeal as a premier global destination.

The refund scheme is available at 1,442 authorised retail outlets across the country and applies to non-resident tourists aged 18 and above