Trade shows and conferences
Professional expenses directly linked to business events may qualify.
- Exhibitions and conferences
- Booth and room rental
- Furniture, decoration and eligible transport services
French Chamber Taiwan | France and Europe
European VAT refund
Recover eligible VAT from your business expenses.
A structured refund service for eligible professional costs incurred by Taiwanese businesses during trade shows, events and other business activities in France and Europe.
Eligibility reviewbefore you commit time and documents
Document-led processa clear checklist for a complete request
Coordinated supportfrom first review to refund procedure
Reduce the net cost of doing business in Europe
Do not leave eligible VAT unclaimed.
When your company incurs eligible professional expenses in France or Europe, VAT may be recoverable. We help you understand the process, assemble the required documents and submit a complete request.
01Review eligibility
Identify expenses that may qualify for recovery.
02Prepare documents
Gather invoices, mandate and company proof.
03Coordinate filing
Move the complete request through the procedure.
04Receive the refund
Bank transfer after recovery and applicable fees.
Expense examples
What may qualify for VAT recovery?
Eligibility depends on the expense, invoice, country and applicable local rules. We confirm the position before filing.
Eligible professional costs
Certain operating expenses incurred for business purposes may qualify.
- Restaurant and catering expenses
- Commercial vehicle, furniture and equipment rental
- Advertising, legal and IT services
Costs usually not recoverable
Several expense types are generally excluded from the current service scope.
- Hotel stays
- Flights, trains and taxis
- Personal-use vehicle rental and gifts
Final eligibility depends on the applicable VAT rules and supporting documents. Ask the team to review your invoices before assuming that an expense qualifies.
The refund process
Prepare the right documents from the start.
A complete file helps avoid preventable delays and gives the service team the evidence required to process your request.
1Share invoices
Provide copies that clearly show VAT.
2Complete the mandate
Sign the required authorization documents.
3Provide company proof
Submit registration proof and bank details.
4Receive the refund
Transfer after recovery, less the applicable commission.
Prepare a faster first review
Send a clear expense overview.
Gather the core information so the team can quickly assess the request and explain the next step.
- Company name and registration country
- Countries where expenses were incurred
- Invoice dates and VAT amounts
- Nature of each business expense
- Bank details for the recovered amount
Frequently asked questions
Understand the essentials.
How long does the refund take?
The current service information indicates approximately one to three months by bank transfer, subject to file completeness and the authorities involved.
Is there a service fee?
Yes. A service commission applies to recovered VAT. The team confirms the applicable terms before the procedure begins.
What documents are required?
The current procedure typically requires invoice copies showing VAT, a signed mandate, the original company registration certificate and bank details.
Start with an eligibility check
Send us your expense overview.
Our team will help you identify the next step and the documents required for a complete request.
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