What is the minimum purchase for tax free shopping in Austria?

You need to spend at least €75.01 (including VAT) at a single store in Austria to be eligible for a tax free refund.

What is the VAT rate in Austria?

Austria's standard VAT (MwSt/USt) rate is 20%. Reduced rates of 10% apply to food, books, and hotel accommodation, and 13% to certain cultural events.

How do I claim my Austrian VAT refund?

Request a Tax Free form at the store, get it stamped at customs when leaving the EU (if Austria is your last EU stop), then collect your refund at a refund office or by credit card.

Can UK citizens claim tax free in Austria after Brexit?

Yes. Since Brexit, UK residents are treated as non-EU visitors and are fully eligible for VAT refunds on purchases made in Austria.

How much refund can I expect in Austria?

With a 20% VAT rate, the gross VAT in your price is about 16.7%. After processing fees (typically 15-30%), expect a net refund of approximately 10-14% of your purchase price.

Where can I get my tax free form stamped at Vienna Airport?

Vienna Airport (VIE) has customs desks in the departure area. For checked luggage items, visit customs before check-in. For carry-on items, visit customs after security.

Last updated: 28.03.2026

Austria Tax Free Shopping Calculator 2026

Calculate your Austria VAT (MwSt) refund instantly. Austria has a 20% standard MwSt rate. Use our free calculator to see your estimated refund on tourist purchases.

This calculator provides estimates based on standard Austria VAT rates. Actual refund amounts depend on the tax-free operator and their processing fees. Always confirm details at the store.

Calculate Your Austria Tax RefundUpdates instantly

Enter your purchase amount in Austria. Standard VAT rate: 20%. Minimum spend: €75.01.

Example: €225.00 purchase in Austria

€31.87estimated refund (14.16% back)

VAT included: €37.50After processing fee: −€5.63

Enter your actual purchase amount above for a precise calculation.

VAT rates in Austria

Standard rate (general goods)20%

Food, Books10%

Newspapers13%

Not eligible for tax refund

×Services (hotels, restaurants, transport, tours)
×Digital goods and downloads
×Goods consumed in-country (food eaten on-site)
×Motor vehicles and boats
×Goods for commercial or business use
×Goods shipped directly by the retailer (already VAT-free)

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