Currency exchange - Global Cash

Travelers who have made their purchases in France can, under certain conditions, benefit from a VAT refund. The tax refund can be granted to the buyer who meets the following 3 conditions:

• Be resident abroad (outside the European Union at the time of purchase) or be visiting France for less than 6 months.
• Be over 16 years old.
• Make purchases of a minimum amount of 100€.

In order to benefit from the tax exemption at Lyon airport, and before entering the reserved area, you must follow this procedure:
 

1. Scan your tax-free documents using the Pablo kiosks: These kiosks are located in front of the Customs Office at Terminal 1, arrivals level. If the Pablo kiosk validates your documents with a green checkmark, you do not need to obtain a Customs stamp.
2. If your documents are not validated by the Pablo kiosk, you must declare your goods and obtain a stamp from the Customs Office, located at the same place.
3. Go to one of the Global Cash offices to request your refund:
   • Terminal 1, arrivals area
   • Terminal 1, departure lounge
      

Additional information about VAT refunds at Lyon Airport:

• Only cash refunds are available through Planet Tax Free.
• Global Cash offices also offer currency exchange services.