Tax Free – VAT refund at Stanford Music Tallinn store

Do you live outside the European Union and want to buy musical instruments or musical accessories? At the Stanford Music Tallinn store, you can use the Global Blue Tax Free service,which allows you to request a VAT refund on your purchases if you meet the conditions.

Buy the necessary products, ask for a Tax Free form in the store, and take your purchases with you when leaving the European Union.

Who does Tax Free apply to?

The Tax Free service is available to private individuals whose permanent residence is outside the European Union. The following conditions must be met to receive a refund:

• The purchase amount is at least 38.01 euros including VAT. The purchase must be made on the same day in the same store from the same seller.

• You take the purchased goods out of the European Union in your carry-on luggage.

• The item is unused and in unopened packaging. If the packaging is not resealable, the item must be unused.

• You will take the goods out of the European Union no later than the last day of the third month following the month of purchase.

• The export of goods will receive proper customs clearance.

Your right to a VAT refund is determined by your place of residence, not just your citizenship.

How to get a VAT refund?

1. Ask for a Tax Free form in the store

Before completing your purchase at the Stanford Music Tallinn store, let the salesperson know that you would like to use the Tax Free service. Present your passport and, if necessary, a document proving your residence outside the European Union.

The seller will issue a Tax Free document. Keep it with the purchase receipt.

2. Confirm the export of goods from the European Union

When leaving the European Union, present the purchased goods, Tax Free form and identification document to customs. Confirmation must be obtained at the last point of exit from the European Union.

If your Tax Free form allows for electronic verification, follow the instructions on the form. Customs may still contact you to inspect the goods.

If the goods are to be placed in checked baggage, arrange for the necessary customs inspection before checking the baggage.

3. Request a refund through Global Blue

After confirming the removal of the goods, follow the Global Blue return instructions on the Tax Free form. You can receive your refund by credit card or in cash at the return point, depending on the options offered.

A service fee will be deducted from the refundable amount,so the payout will not equal the total VAT included in the purchase price.

Frequently asked questions

How quickly do goods need to be taken out of the European Union?

No later than the end of the third month following the month of purchase. For example, goods purchased on January 20th must be exported and customs clearance must be obtained no later than April 30th.

Can I use the purchased instrument before traveling?

No. To receive a Tax Free refund, the item must be unused before leaving the European Union. Also keep the original packaging.

In which Stanford Music store can I make a Tax Free purchase?

We offer Tax Free service at the Stanford Music Tallinn store.

Planning a Tax Free purchase? Contact our Tallinn store - we will help you with the purchase and the necessary documents.