China Simplifies Departure Tax Refunds for Foreign Travelers

China updated its airport tax refund rules. Tax refund requests rose 366 percent in early 2026. Sales with tax refunds grew by 69 percent. China announced this at a news meeting.

• Tax refund claims in China grew by 366 percent in early 2026.
• Foreign passport holders can save up to 11 percent on shopping.
• Goods under 10,000 RMB only face random customs checks.
• The tax refund claim window is now 28 days long.
• Refunds can be paid directly to WeChat or Alipay.

The new process uses a single QR code. Shoppers do not need paper receipts. Major malls now give instant tax refunds in store. Buyers have 28 days to claim their tax back. Goods under 10,000 RMB only face random checks.

This change helps Chinese people living in Copenhagen. Many local residents travel to China with foreign family members. Non-Chinese passport holders can save up to 11 percent on shopping.

Refunds go straight to WeChat or Alipay accounts. You do not need mandatory airport checks for small items. Direct flights from Denmark to China make these trips frequent. You can fly back to Copenhagen with less stress.