云南昆明：跨境游带动“中国购”持续升温

Core Insights - The article highlights the increasing popularity of the departure tax refund policy in China, particularly at Kunming Changshui International Airport, which has become a key entry and exit point for international travelers [2][3] - The airport has seen a significant rise in passenger traffic, with a 32% year-on-year increase in the number of travelers from January 1 to 3, totaling 35,000 [2] - The departure tax refund service has been streamlined, with a fully electronic application process and enhanced customer experience, contributing to a notable increase in tax refund applications and amounts [3] Group 1 - The departure tax refund process at Kunming Changshui International Airport is efficient, taking less than 5 minutes for travelers [2] - From 2025, the airport customs have processed 1,495 tax refund applications, with a total product value exceeding 28.977 million yuan and a tax refund amount of 3.593 million yuan, representing year-on-year growth of 567.4%, 317.2%, and 324.7% respectively [2] - Popular refund items include clothing, watches, and jewelry, indicating a shift in consumer spending patterns among international travelers [2] Group 2 - The customs at Kunming Changshui International Airport have implemented a "special window acceptance, rapid verification, and immediate feedback" service model to enhance the shopping experience for international travelers [3] - The airport has set up dedicated tax refund verification stations in the international departure area, equipped with bilingual guidance and handheld translation devices to assist travelers [3] - The customs department dynamically allocates personnel based on flight schedules to ensure immediate service for travelers [3]