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The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has unveiled a new VAT refund system designed specifically for e-commerce purchases made by tourists during their stay in the UAE.
This system, which is the first of its kind globally, reflects the UAE’s ongoing efforts to enhance its tourism sector through innovation and digital transformation.
In collaboration with Planet, the official operator of the UAE’s VAT refund system for tourists, the FTA has developed a comprehensive plan to include e-commerce platforms and retailers in the VAT refund programme.
The new system allows tourists to reclaim VAT on eligible purchases made through online…




























