境外游客“扫货省一笔” 湖北首批57家退税商店纳入离境退税新政

Core Points - From July 1, 2025, Hubei Province will officially implement a tax refund policy for outbound travelers, allowing them to apply for VAT refunds on purchases made at designated stores [1] - The initial rollout includes 57 tax refund stores across eight cities, including Wuhan, Yichang, and Enshi [1] - A British traveler became the first to apply for a tax refund in Hubei after purchasing nearly 2000 yuan worth of products, with an expected refund of approximately 177 yuan [1] - The new tax refund policy is expected to enhance the shopping experience for international travelers, increasing their willingness to spend in China [1]