SUVENIIRIPOOD TALLINN CARD & SOUVENIR STORE

The charge on your receipt from the Tallinn souvenir store is likely a value-added tax, or VAT. In Estonia, most goods and services have a VAT of 20%. The purpose of this tax is to generate revenue for the government while also encouraging domestic production and consumption. Foreign visitors may be eligible for a refund on the VAT charges for certain purchases, but it's important to keep all receipts and inquire about the process at the point of sale. So while that souvenir may have seemed like a small expense at the time, don't forget to factor in the added cost of VAT. On the bright side, it's all for a good cause - helping to support and improve Estonia's economy as a whole.