The newly announced Wevat app allows non-EU residents traveling to France to replace lengthy VAT refund document filing processes with a digital service that instantly generates a refund upon their departure from the country.
A new way of getting a VAT refund for non-EU residents traveling to France
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Compared to the VAT refund system retailers in France offer, the Wevat app returns up to 23 percent more tax. And, unlike the traditional paper refund method, which requires shoppers to spend at least EUR 100 per store transaction, Wevat provides refunds on a total spend of EUR 100.
Wevat can be downloaded from the Apple Store or accessed via Google Play. Once the traveler’s eligibility is confirmed, the app is ready for use. The user simply photographs the receipt they're issued at the time of payment for their purchases, which are then saved in the system.
Once the traveler is ready to leave France, they simply scan the barcode the app automatically generates at any Wevat-supported departure point, such as airports or border crossings. Users can select their preferred currency and will receive a refund within a few weeks. This process can be monitored using the app's tracking feature. The refund is deposited into their bank accounts or put toward their credit cards, Alipay, or WeChat Pay. The app can also be used for online shopping in France from any location. There are no restrictions on eligible stores, and users can choose their preferred currency for the deposit.
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