








No, it’s not necessary.
You can register by yourself in store and get your personal STAMP ID by scanning the QR code and just share your ID at checkout. Merchants can register you too. Easy and fast!
They become your STAMP ID. It links your passport and payment card info securely so you don’t have to re-enter them every time you shop in a store that offers Stamp.
To complete your Tax Free purchase, you must obtain the customs validation required for the country where you shopped and your travel route.
Purchases in Italy: The goods must leave the EU by the end of the third month following the month of purchase. Present your Tax Free invoice and the identity document listed on it to the appropriate customs office. Keep the goods unused and available for inspection.
Purchases in Spain: If you leave the EU through Spain, present your electronic Tax Free document (DER) at a DIVA kiosk. If the kiosk directs you to customs, follow the instructions and keep the goods available for inspection. Make sure you meet the deadline applicable to your departure from the EU.
If you leave the EU through a country other than the one where you shopped: Follow the procedure at the appropriate customs office. For purchases made in Spain, bring a printed copy of your DER to present to customs at your exit point. Once you have obtained customs validation, email STAMP a photo of the validation. This applies to purchases made in both Italy and Spain.
If you have a connecting flight or goods in checked luggage: Check with customs where to obtain validation before checking in your luggage.
The discount applied at checkout does not replace customs validation.
The store places a temporary hold (pre-authorization) on your card for the VAT amount. This is just a security step, no actual charge, and it ensures your VAT savings are guaranteed after customs validation.
By law, only non-EU residents qualify for VAT-free shopping. Your passport and identity card confirms your residency status and lets you benefit from the VAT exemption.
STAMP is offered in stores across Italy, including many popular boutiques and shops.
Look for the STAMP sign and ask for it at checkout!
You can also browse all participating stores directly in the STAMP app, so you always know where you can shop and save.
No. STAMP doesn’t require exclusivity. You can use any service you like but once you stop paying VAT upfront, it’s hard to go back to waiting for a refund.
