Core Points - The announcement by the Guangdong Provincial Taxation Bureau and the Shenzhen Taxation Bureau aims to enhance the "Inbound Shopping" initiative by providing more convenient tax refund services for outbound travelers [1] - Starting from October 1, 2025, outbound travelers can apply for a tax refund at designated "immediate refund" stores or centralized refund points in Guangdong Province (including Shenzhen) and choose any tax refund port within the province for departure [1] Group 1 - The initiative is part of efforts to promote tourism and shopping in Guangdong Province [1] - The "immediate refund" system allows travelers to receive a prepaid amount equivalent to the tax refund at the point of purchase [1] - This change is expected to streamline the tax refund process and enhance the shopping experience for international visitors [1]