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Tourist Refund Scheme

The Tourist Refund Scheme (TRS) enables you to claim a tax refund on goods purchased in Australia. 
 

To claim a refund you must:

  • Spend $300 or more in the one store and get a single tax invoice
  • Buy goods no more than 30 days before departure
  • Wear or carry the goods on board and present them along with your tax invoice, passport and boarding pass to a TRS facility
  • Claims are only available up to 30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure of your flight

For more information visit the Australian Customs and Border Protection Service.