Tax‑Free Shopping at gabi.gr - English
What is Tax‑Free Shopping?
If you're a resident of a non‑EU country, you can shop at gabi.gr and claim a refund on the Greek VAT thanks to our partnership with Global Blue—the global leader in tax‑free shopping .
✅ Who is eligible?
- You must reside permanently outside the EU
- Be 18 years or older
- Make a minimum purchase of €50 including VAT
📋 What information do we need?
Since we operate exclusively online, please email us to request tax‑free processing and provide:
- Full name
- Passport number & issuing country
- Permanent address
- Email and phone number
We issue your tax‑free form for free, with no handling fees.
🧭 How to claim your refund
- Shop as usual at gabi.gr and request a tax‑free form.
- Before departure from the EU (up to 3 months after purchase), present the stamped form, passport, and unused goods at Customs
- Afterward, submit the stamped form to Global Blue for refund processing.
- Choose between cash, credit card, or Alipay, depending on availability
- Based on Global Blue’s process, refunds usually arrive within a few weeks via your selected method.
💡 Important Notes
- Goods must be unused and leave the EU along with you.
- Keep the tax‑free form and customs stamp safe—they’re essential for your refund!
- Processing can take up to 3 months, depending on refund method and banking procedures.
- Expect to receive approximately 12–15% back (after commission), even though the VAT rate is 24% on most products (VAT varies according to product group).
- Car seats, Isofix bases, and diapers are some examples of products that have a 13% VAT rate in Greece.
- No returns or cancellations are available for tax-free orders—once processed, purchases are final.
🌍 Why use Global Blue?
- Leader in transparent, international tax‑free shopping
- Easy-to-use app to streamline forms, track your refund, and find refund locations
- Multiple refund options: cash (at airport counters), card, or Alipay
📝 Step-by-Step Summary:
Step |
What to Do |
1 |
Buy €50+ on gabi.gr and request a tax‑free form |
2 |
Email us passport & contact details; we’ll prepare the form |
3 |
Get your tax‑free form stamped by EU Customs at departure |
4 |
Submit the stamped form to Global Blue for refund |
5 |
Receive your refund via cash, card, or Alipay |
Ready to save on VAT?
Just add items to your cart totaling €50+, email us your info, and enjoy the benefits of hassle-free tax‑free shopping with gabi.gr and Global Blue. 🌍
If you have questions at any stage—we’re here to help!