财政部：调整海南离岛旅客免税购物政策 满足消费者多元化购物需求

Core Points - The Ministry of Finance, General Administration of Customs, and State Taxation Administration jointly announced adjustments to the duty-free shopping policy for travelers in Hainan Free Trade Port, effective from November 1 [1] Group 1: Policy Adjustments - The range of duty-free goods for travelers will be expanded from 45 categories to 47 categories, including pet supplies, portable musical instruments, mini drones, and small appliances [1] - Domestic products such as clothing, footwear, ceramics, silk scarves, coffee, and tea will be allowed for sale in duty-free shops, with VAT and consumption tax exemptions [1] - The age requirement for duty-free shopping will be raised from 16 to 18 years old [1] Group 2: Shopping Benefits - Departing travelers will be able to enjoy the duty-free policy, with purchases counting towards an annual exemption limit of 100,000 RMB, with no limit on the number of transactions [1] - Local residents with records of leaving the island within a calendar year can purchase duty-free goods on an "immediate purchase and pick-up" basis, with no limit on the number of purchases [1] Group 3: Expected Outcomes - The policy adjustments are expected to broaden the benefits of the duty-free policy, increase the supply of goods, enhance consumer shopping experiences, improve the sense of gain for local residents, and promote the continuous progress of Hainan Free Trade Port construction [1]