Düsseldorf
VAT Refund Shopping Guide
Shopping Districts in Düsseldorf
Discover VAT refund shopping in Düsseldorf. From Königsallee to fashion district, explore luxury boulevard. Get instant tax-free refunds with TravelMoney.
5 shopping districts • 265+ tax-free shops
Königsallee
Prestigious luxury boulevard with canal and designer flagships
ExploreSchadowstraße
High-traffic shopping street with mall and mid-range brands
ExploreAltstadt
Historic district with avant-garde fashion and local specialties
ExploreCarlstadt
Historic quarter with antiques, art galleries, and gourmet market
ExploreFlingern
Trendy creative district with concept stores and sustainable fashion
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Up to 100% VAT Refunds
Get more money back compared to standard 12% refunds
265+ 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 Germany
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
Germany 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 19%. When shopping in Düsseldorf, you can claim back a significant portion of the VAT you pay on eligible purchases.
Minimum Spend: €25 (across multiple purchases)
Core Requirements
- Minimum Spend: €25 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
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For Merchants
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