Louisiana offers
tax-free shopping to international visitors for items sold by a participating merchant. A tax refund voucher can be requested from any Louisiana Tax Free Shopping (LTFS) participator and the tax can be refunded at the LTFS center at New Orleans airport on presentation of voucher, receipt, passport and travel ticket. Refunds can also be obtained by mail (Louisiana Tax Free Shopping, 2 Canal Street, Suite 2017, New Orleans, LA 70130) if sent with voucher, receipts, travel ticket and a notarized statement explaining why vouchers were not redeemed at the airport as well as the
present whereabouts of the merchandise.
Among the cities of this state, New Orleans has many excellent shopping opportunities. Souvenirs are plentiful, and other good buys include Creole
pecan pralines, Mardi Gras
masks, beautifully bottled and hand-mixed perfumes, and various
antiques on sale in shops on Royal Street. In addition, fine retail shops can be found at Jackson Brewery. The French Market is the USA’s oldest city
market and offers a mix of specialty shops, chain stores and restaurants. For
second-hand items, the Community Flea Market is located nearby.
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