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 receive instant tax refunds when they shop. 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 upgrades the traditional "refund at departure" model to an immediate "refund upon purchase" benefit, making your shopping experience in Shandong more efficient and convenient.
Where to find instant tax refund stores across Shandong
The "instant tax refund" service for overseas travelers has been rolled out in four Shandong cities – Jinan, Qingdao, Yantai, and Weihai, creating a network of downtown retail hubs, ports, and scenic areas. Key locations include InZone in Jinan and Yantai Dayuecheng (Joy City), and seven other major commercial hubs. Here is the full list of locations:

The list is updated regularly.
Where to find departure tax refund stores across Shandong
Also, thanks to a series of policy upgrades, departure tax refund services across Shandong have become increasingly convenient for overseas travelers. Whether you're exploring Jinan's springs or Qingdao's scenic coastline, a vast network of designated stores for departure tax refund 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, refund service:

The list is updated regularly.
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