Who can claim a vat refund on shopping in thailand One of the great things about shopping in thailand is claiming a vat refund, something i've done many times when i'm in the country on a tourist visa.Currently a 7% addition onto most things you buy, getting a refund of that amount can really add up.Before you rush off to claim your vat refund though, there are certain things you should know.Who can claim a vat refund on shopping in thailand, how do you get all the relevant paperwork and where do you go to get it?Who can get a vat refund in thailand?Thailand is actually quite lenIent with their qualifications for a vat refund.You must be a tourist, visiting business person, or other non thai visitor, you can't be a member of an airline crew(Any airline, not just thai)And you must be leaving thailand via an international airport within 60 days of purchasing the items.Plus, the items must be leaving with you,(Ie:You can't buy them as gifts for someone in thailand, they ... Read more »