Departure tax refund sales nearly double in 2025

China's efforts to foster a more globally accessible consumption environment are paying off, with sales involving departure tax refunds for overseas visitors nearly doubling in 2025, an official said Monday. Supported by visa-free policies, easier payment services, and the "Shop in China" campaign, inbound tourism and shopping are rapidly gaining global popularity.

May 19, 2026

China improves departure tax refund services to boost inbound consumption

​China is moving to make shopping easier and more convenient for overseas travelers, as the country further optimizes its departure tax refund measures in a fresh attempt to expand inbound consumption.

May 19, 2026

6 Chinese government departments issue new measures to optimize outbound tax refunds, boost inbound consumption

Six Chinese government departments, including the Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM), the Ministry of Finance, and the State Taxation Administration, jointly issued a notice on Monday to further optimize outbound tax refund measures and expand inbound consumption, a move that will further streamline the tax refund process for foreign travelers in China.

May 18, 2026