One-stop shopping, instant tax refund stores across Shandong
(chinadaily.com.cn)| Updated : 2026-05-12
Print PrintOverseas travelers in East China's Shandong province can now enjoy a seamless, pre-departure shopping experience. At designated tax refund stores, eligible visitors can receive their value-added tax refund immediately after purchasing tax-refundable goods.
As part of nationwide efforts to attract more international visitors, this service changes the traditional "refund at departure" model to an immediate "refund upon purchase" benefit, making your time in Shandong more efficient and rewarding.
Where to find instant refunds
Whether you are exploring the springs of Jinan, the coastal charm of Qingdao, or the vineyards of Yantai, a vast network of designated stores is ready to serve you:
· Jinan: 42 designated stores
· Qingdao: 81 designated stores
· Yantai: 13 designated stores
· Weihai: 13 designated stores
· Designated stores in other cities:
In addition to our major hubs, the following locations across Shandong offer the same convenient, instant-refund service:

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