The Egyptian authorities have decided to accelerate the launch of Tax Free system in the republic for foreign tourists, the website of the Association of Tour Operators of Russia (ATOR) reported.

Thus, the Cabinet of Ministers of Egypt approved the creation of national company Global Blue Egypt, which points are planned to open in the international airports of the country. No official dates for the launch of the system are yet known, however, Egyptian experts believe that the pilot project may begin to operate in Sharm el-Sheikh in November 2022.

The return of VAT to tourists will be held under the standard international scheme - before leaving the country to apply to special kiosks Tax Free, where you can get money for the purchases made in excess of 1,500 Egyptian pounds.