The UK Government has announced that they will abolish of the VAT refund scheme and tax-free airport shopping on 1st January, which could see travellers paying more when shopping on their travels.
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Since 1 January 2021, visitors are no longer be able to purchase items in store in Great Britain under the VAT Retail Export Scheme. For goods purchased before this date, you can still make a claim under the scheme on departure from the UK or EU.
There are some goods and services on which VAT is not charged, including: insurance, finance and credit. education and training. fundraising events by charities.