Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Finance, along with other government departments, has issued a notification to enhance the duty-free shop policy starting from November 1, 2025, aimed at boosting consumption, encouraging overseas spending to return, and promoting the healthy development of duty-free retail business [1][2]. Group 1: Policy Enhancements - The notification outlines four key areas for improving the duty-free shop policy, including optimizing domestic product tax refund policies and increasing the promotion of domestic products in duty-free shops [1]. - Duty-free shops are required to allocate at least 25% of their sales area for domestic products, which will include traditional cultural products and high-quality items that reflect Chinese heritage [1][2]. Group 2: Expansion of Product Categories - The range of products available in duty-free shops will be expanded to include mobile phones, mini drones, sports goods, health foods, over-the-counter drugs, and pet food, thereby enriching shopping options for travelers [1][2]. Group 3: Approval and Layout Optimization - The notification allows for the decentralization of approval rights for establishing duty-free shops, enabling local authorities to optimize the layout based on regional characteristics and tourist flow [2]. Group 4: Enhanced Services and Regulations - Improvements in convenience services for travelers will be implemented, including online booking services and the ability for travelers to pick up pre-ordered items at different duty-free locations, enhancing the overall shopping experience [2].
半两财经｜五部门出新规完善免税店政策提振消费 下月起实施
Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-10-30 10:05