If you're looking to get some money back after having a great time in Ireland, you've come to the right blog post.
Here are some things to keep in mind:
- VAT is already added to the price of goods you see in stores in Ireland; it is not added afterward at the register, unlike sales taxes in the USA.
- VAT is only refunded for the purchase of goods, not services, so you cannot claim back any VAT you paid for accommodation, entrance charges, meals, guides, car hire, etc.
- Some goods in Ireland are sold free of VAT, for example, children’s clothing and footwear, books, and food (excluding things like chocolates or other confectionery).
Since you pay no VAT when purchasing these, you obviously cannot claim any money back. - There are only refund desks in Dublin, Cork, and Shannon Airports, so if you leave at another airport or by sea, it is more difficult to claim a refund.
- There is no minimum or maximum amount you can claim.
People have a hard time finding the VAT/Fexco office in Dublin. Go toward Gates 336-426. Check out the photos below for reference:
I hope this helps! 😃
