海南离岛旅客免税购物监管新规发布

Core Points - The announcement details the revised regulations for duty-free shopping for travelers leaving Hainan, effective from November 1, 2025, replacing the previous regulations from 2020 [2][3] - The revisions aim to enhance the management of duty-free shopping and promote Hainan as an international tourism consumption center [5] Regulatory Changes - Modifications were made to several articles of the previous regulations, specifically Articles 2, 3, 5, 7, 10, 12, 14, 17, and 19 [1] - New provisions were added to regulate domestic goods sold in duty-free shops that are subject to VAT and consumption tax exemptions [1] Duty-Free Shopping Process - Travelers must provide valid identification and relevant travel information when purchasing duty-free items [7] - Duty-free shopping is limited to a specific annual quota and item categories as defined by the relevant authorities [7] - Any excess purchases beyond the annual quota will incur import taxes based on the retail price of the items [8] Tax Payment Procedures - Duty-free shops are required to handle tax payments on behalf of travelers within a specified timeframe, with penalties for late payments [8] Legal Responsibilities - Duty-free shops must comply with regulations or face warnings, suspension of operations, or revocation of registration for serious violations [14][18] - Travelers engaging in prohibited activities, such as reselling duty-free items, may face penalties and restrictions on future duty-free shopping [17]