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Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the recent amendments to the "Management Measures for Tax Refunds for Departing Tourists," aimed at facilitating tax refunds for foreign travelers and enhancing their consumption in China [1][2]. Summary by Relevant Sections Changes in Tax Refund Policy - The amendments include four main changes: 1. Relaxation of the registration conditions for tax refund stores 2. Decentralization of the registration level for tax refund stores 3. Reduction of the minimum purchase amount for tax refunds 4. Increase in the cash refund limit [2]. Relaxation of Registration Conditions - The tax credit level requirement for tax refund stores has been relaxed from "A and B levels" to "A, B, and M levels," allowing new stores to qualify as tax refund stores if they meet other relevant regulations [2][11]. Decentralization of Registration Level - The registration process for tax refund stores has been simplified by allowing them to register with the local tax authority instead of the provincial tax bureau, improving efficiency [2][12]. Reduction of Minimum Purchase Amount - The minimum purchase amount for tax refunds has been lowered from 500 RMB to 200 RMB, enabling travelers to claim refunds on purchases that meet this new threshold [4]. Increase in Cash Refund Limit - The cash refund limit has been increased from 10,000 RMB to 20,000 RMB, allowing travelers to receive cash refunds for amounts below this new limit, while bank transfer refunds remain unlimited [6].