Good news for tourist shoppers! Bhutan will now refund GST (value added tax) for souvenirs and other goods purchased in Bhutan with value over 50,000 Ngultrum (555 USD as of now with Nu at 90 per dollar). 

The GST refund booth is now available at Paro International Airport departure waiting hall. Purchased goods have to be unused, and it needs to be available for the inspection. All bills and invoices proving the purchase and taxes amounts also needs to be presented. See detailed eligibility document.

Courtesy of Department of Revenue and Customs