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Korea tax refund in 2026: what changed and when to ask at the till
Tax refund rules come up constantly in shopping threads, and 2026 brought one big change worth knowing before you book anything. The headline change The VAT refund on medical and cosmetic procedures ended on January 1, 2
0 0Tax taken off at the till: Korea's instant tax refund limits explained
One thing that confuses a lot of visitors buying cosmetics in Korea is the instant tax refund: the tax comes off right at the checkout, instead of being claimed back at the airport. What are the limits? The government ra
0 0Korea's VAT refund on cosmetic procedures for tourists has lapsed — a bill to revive it is under review
Foreign tourists used to get back the VAT paid on cosmetic surgery and skin treatments in Korea. The special rule began in 2016 and was extended several times, but it ended at the close of 2025. Where things stand: In Ap
0 0The VAT refund on cosmetic procedures for tourists has ended (for now)
If you're planning a skin treatment in Korea, here's a change to know. The special rule that refunded VAT to foreign tourists on cosmetic and dermatology procedures has ended, and a bill to bring it back until 31 Decembe
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