海南离境退税商店数量大幅增加 优化境外旅客消费体验

Core Insights - The number of duty-free shops and outlets for departure tax refunds in Hainan has increased from 27 at the beginning of the year to 322 by the end of September, with 93 of these being "buy and refund" shops [1][3] - The sales volume for departure tax refunds in Hainan has seen a year-on-year increase of 184.86% [1] Group 1 - The "buy and refund" departure tax refund policy has been expanded from a pilot program to nationwide implementation, enhancing the convenience of inbound consumption [3] - Hainan's tax authorities have streamlined the registration process for refund shops by delegating approval authority from provincial to municipal and county tax authorities, improving efficiency [3] - The tax department in Hainan is upgrading the management information system for departure tax refunds, optimizing operational processes across tax authorities, refund shops, customs, and agencies [3] Group 2 - A joint implementation plan for the "buy and refund" service measures has been issued by Hainan's tax bureau, finance department, and commerce department to enhance policy convenience and improve the shopping experience for foreign travelers [3] - Tax authorities at all levels in Hainan are providing targeted policy guidance to key refund shops, ensuring staff are well-trained in operational procedures [3] - Promotional materials, including a departure tax refund operation guide in 14 languages, are being distributed widely in airports, key business districts, duty-free shops, popular tourist attractions, hotels, and inbound travel agencies to increase policy awareness [3]