Bilbao
VAT Refund Shopping Guide
Shopping Districts in Bilbao
Discover VAT refund shopping in Bilbao. From Gran Vía to Casco Viejo, explore Basque luxury and designer stores. Get instant tax-free refunds with TravelMoney.
2 shopping districts • 20+ tax-free shops
Why Shop in Bilbao with TravelMoney
Up to 100% VAT Refunds
Get more money back compared to standard 12% refunds
20+ Tax-Free Stores
From luxury brands to local boutiques
Instant Refunds
No waiting weeks for your money back
Digital Process
Upload receipts, scan at airport, done
Pro-tips from your AI tax-free shopper
Before making a purchase
Request custom invoice
When making a purchase
Pay in local currency
After shopping
Upload the invoice & receipt
When leaving the EU
Scan barcode at point of departure (airport, port, train station)
VAT Refund Essentials for Spain
What you can (and can't) VAT refund
- Eligible items: Handbags, leather goods, clothing, shoes, electronics, jewelry, watches, beauty and makeup, sports equipment, apparel, souvenirs
- Not eligible: hotel stays, restaurants, transportation, alcohol, tobacco, second-hand items, airport duty-free purchases
Spain applies different VAT rates depending on the product category. Most physical goods like fashion, electronics, and beauty products are subject to the standard VAT rate of 21%. When shopping in Bilbao, you can claim back a significant portion of the VAT you pay on eligible purchases.
Minimum Spend: No minimum (across multiple purchases)
Core Requirements
- Minimum Spend: No minimum in total purchase value
- Eligibility: Non-EU permanent residents, under 6-month stay, purchasing goods for personal use
- Time limits: 3 months to validate the barcode at point of departure + 6 months to claim
For Shoppers
Get up to 100% VAT refunds on your Bilbao shopping. Join the waitlist for instant refunds.
For Merchants
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