1. The PABLO procedure
As of January 1st, 2014, French retailers will be required to provide PABLO V.A.T refund forms to travelers. These computer-generated forms, showing a barcode and the PABLO logo, will need to be approved electronically at designated PABLO readers located in all major airports.
Instead of submitting their documents at the customs window, as was previously the case when applying for a V.A.T refund, travelers will be able to scan their PABLO form directly at one of these self-service reader stations. Instructions will be provided in English.