{"id":31850,"date":"2024-12-12T17:10:59","date_gmt":"2024-12-12T17:10:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/corralejo.info\/rimborso-iva-per-residenti-nelle-isole-canarie\/"},"modified":"2024-12-30T12:54:15","modified_gmt":"2024-12-30T12:54:15","slug":"vat-refund-for-residents-in-the-canary-islands","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.corralejo.info\/en\/vat-refund-for-residents-in-the-canary-islands\/","title":{"rendered":"VAT refund on purchases abroad for Canary Island residents"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"31850\" class=\"elementor elementor-31850 elementor-3808\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f70cf6a e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"f70cf6a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d3dc0ed 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25S975 237 975 500 763 975 500 975Z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3a13814 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"3a13814\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">VAT Refund for Residents  <\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-59ea9a3 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"59ea9a3\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-76f3f83 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"76f3f83\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.corralejo.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Rimborso-Iva-per-Residenti-nelle-isole-Canarie-2.png\"   src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-44397 lazyload\" alt=\"Rimborso Iva per Residenti nelle isole Canarie\" title=\"\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"200\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/www.corralejo.info\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Rimborso-Iva-per-Residenti-nelle-isole-Canarie-2.png\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-44397\" alt=\"Rimborso Iva per Residenti nelle isole Canarie\" title=\"\"><\/noscript>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0c1e635 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0c1e635\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">VAT refund for Fuerteventura residents is a beneficial process but one that requires attention to detail. By following the steps described and respecting the deadlines, you can recover VAT on purchases made in the Peninsula or the Balearic Islands, by paying the IGIC in the Canary Islands. This system reflects the tax uniqueness of the Canary Islands and offers a way to save money, especially for significant purchases. Be sure to plan carefully, and if you have any concerns, consult a tax expert for specific assistance.   <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e0c535a e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"e0c535a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7a9a4ba elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"7a9a4ba\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">VAT Refund Guide<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fbf2237 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fbf2237\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 data-pm-slice=\"1 3 []\"><strong>How It Works and What to Know<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>If you are a resident of Fuerteventura or another Canary Island, you may have heard of the possibility of getting VAT refunded on purchases made in mainland Spain or the Balearic Islands. This advantage stems from the fact that the Canary Islands enjoy a special tax regime and do not apply VAT (Impuesto sobre el Valor A\u00f1adido), but the IGIC (Impuesto General Indirecto Canario), which generally has lower rates. Let&#8217;s see how this process works, with a focus on the peculiarities that affect the residents of Fuerteventura.  <\/p>\n<h3><strong>Why Can Canary Island Residents Get a VAT Refund?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The Canary Islands, including Fuerteventura, are part of the customs territory of the European Union, but are considered a special tax area. This means that: <\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>\n<p>Purchases made in the Peninsula or the Balearic Islands include VAT, which is a tax that is not applicable in the Canary Islands.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>To comply with tax regulations, residents of the Canary Islands can apply for a VAT refund on purchases they intend to bring to the islands.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Who Can Request a Refund?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The following can access the VAT refund:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>\n<p><strong>Official residents<\/strong> of the Canary Islands with valid ID.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Those who buy goods for personal use and who physically export them to the Canary Islands.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Not included:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>\n<p>Services, such as hotel stays or car rentals.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Goods that are used or consumed in the Peninsula or the Balearic Islands before being taken to the Canary Islands.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Steps to Get a VAT Refund<\/strong><\/h3>\n<h4><strong>1. Request the Invoice with DER or DIVA<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>When you make a purchase in the Peninsula or the Balearic Islands:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>\n<p>Ask the retailer for an invoice with the <strong>Electronic Refund Document (DER)<\/strong> or the <strong>DIVA<\/strong> system.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Make sure that the invoice includes your personal details, the items purchased and the amount paid.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Not all stores offer this service, so check in advance if the store supports the VAT refund system.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>2. Export Goods Within Three Months<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>To obtain a refund, the goods must leave the VAT territory within <strong>90 days from the date of purchase<\/strong>. This is a crucial step to prevent the request from being rejected. <\/p>\n<h4><strong>3. Customs Validation in Fuerteventura<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Upon arrival in Fuerteventura, go to the customs of the airport or port with:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>\n<p>Proof of identity.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Original invoice with the DER or DIVA.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>The goods purchased.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A customs officer will validate the invoice, certifying that the goods have been exported from the Peninsula or the Balearic Islands.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>4. Submit the 040 Model<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Once the invoice has been validated:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>\n<p>Fill out Form <strong>040<\/strong> through the Canary Islands Revenue Agency portal.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p>Attach the validated invoice and your ID.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This step is used to declare the imported goods and start the calculation of the IGIC.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>5. Pay the IGIC<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>After submitting the Form 040, you will receive the <strong>Form 032<\/strong> with the amount of the IGIC to be paid. This amount is based on the value of the assets declared and the applicable IGIC rate (generally between 3% and 7%). <\/p>\n<p>You can make the payment directly online through the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vexcan.es\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">vexcan.es<\/a> website.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>6. Send the Documentation to the Seller<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>The last step is to send the invoice validated by customs back to the seller, using any pre-paid envelope provided by the store. Once received and verified, the seller or the management system (e.g. Global Blue) will process the refund. <\/p>\n<h3><strong>Peculiarities of Fuerteventura compared to Other Islands<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Fuerteventura, while sharing the tax regime of the Canary Islands, has some unique characteristics:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>\n<p><strong>Less customs traffic<\/strong>: Fuerteventura&#8217;s airports and ports handle a lower volume of passengers than Tenerife or Gran Canaria, which can make the customs validation process faster and less congested.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Focus on international tourism<\/strong>: Shops on the Peninsula that partner with tourists often support the DIVA refund system, simplifying operations for Fuerteventura residents.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Export by sea<\/strong>: For those importing bulky goods, sea freight offers a viable alternative, although customs validation times may be slightly longer.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2acb6c0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"2acb6c0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Mistakes to Avoid\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7ab89d6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7ab89d6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ol start=\"1\" data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>\n<p><strong>Do not request the DER\/DIVA invoice at the time of purchase<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Forget to validate the invoice at customs<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Exceed 90 days from purchase without exporting the goods<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p><strong>Not pay the IGIC within the deadlines indicated in Form 032<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The VAT Refund for Residents in the Canary Islands Fuerteventura is a beneficial process but one that requires attention to detail.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":8655,"featured_media":44397,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1293],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-31850","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-fuerteventura-en"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.corralejo.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/31850","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.corralejo.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.corralejo.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.corralejo.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/8655"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.corralejo.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=31850"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.corralejo.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/31850\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.corralejo.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/44397"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.corralejo.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=31850"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.corralejo.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=31850"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.corralejo.info\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=31850"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}