A 10% Goods and Services Tax applies to most purchases. This tax is refundable to visitors with purchases in excess of AU$300 per store made within 30 days before departing Australia and applies only to goods visitors take with them as hand luggage. Please call 1300 363 263 or visit www.customs.gov.au for further information.

Departing travellers may be able to claim a refund for GST and WET (Wine Equalization Tax) paid on goods purchased in Australia. The refund is applicable to goods worth AU $300 (GST inclusive) or more that are being taken out of Australia. The goods must have been purchased no earlier than 30 days before leaving Australia. Tourist Refund Scheme (TRS) facilities are located at international airports and cruise-liner terminals. To claim, travellers must show their passport, international boarding pass, retailer's tax invoice and the goods. Other conditions may apply.