VAT Refund Guide

Lacoste

Get up to 20% back on Lacoste in Europe with your VAT refund. 3 stores across 3 cities.

About Lacoste.

Plan your Lacoste shopping trip across Europe with our complete VAT refund guide. Find store locations, refund rates, and expert tips to maximize your savings.

Signature products.

L.12.12 Classic Fit Polo €110+
L.12.12 Slim Fit Polo €110+
Carnaby and Powercourt Sneakers €100+
Heritage Tracksuit €180+
Roland-Garros Capsule Apparel €90+
Why shop Lacoste in Europe?

Lacoste was founded in 1933 by tennis champion René Lacoste in France. The Champs-Élysées Paris flagship is the brand's spiritual home, and French boutiques stock the broadest L.12.12 polo color range and heritage collaborations. France's 20% VAT yields roughly a 12% refund on purchases over €100.01, easily met by buying two or three polos in a single transaction.

Best cities to shop.

Paris

French heritage brand, Champs-Élysées flagship and Marais boutiques

London

Regent Street and Covent Garden stores in central London

Madrid

Gran Vía and Salamanca district boutiques

Store locations.

Cannes

Lacoste Cannes

90 Rue d'Antibes, 06400 Cannes, France

Málaga

Lacoste Muelle Uno

Muelle Uno, Puerto de Málaga, 29001 Málaga, Spain

Nantes

Lacoste Nantes

18 Rue Crébillon, 44000 Nantes, France

How much can you save?

Purchase: €1,000 Save up to €180
Purchase: €5,000 Save up to €900
Purchase: €10,000 Save up to €1,800

VAT refund essentials.

Minimum Spend

€100.01

VAT Rate

20% standard rate

Net Refund

12-15% back

Time Limit

3 months to validate at departure

Pro tips.

Two polos in one transaction clear France's €100.01 VAT refund minimum

Champs-Élysées Paris flagship carries the broadest L.12.12 color range, including Paris-only colorways

Lacoste Outlet at La Vallée Village (near Paris) offers past-season pieces at 30-50% off

French soldes (early January and late June) discount current-season polos with VAT refund stacking

Roland-Garros capsule pieces released around the French Open are often only stocked in France

Frequently asked questions.

Can I get VAT refund on Lacoste online purchases?

No. VAT refunds are only available for in-store purchases made in Europe. Online orders shipped internationally are already VAT-exempt.

Do I need to show my Lacoste purchase at customs?

High-value items (typically over €1,000) may require physical inspection at customs. Keep your purchase in carry-on luggage, not checked bags.

What if I'm connecting through a non-EU airport?

You must validate your VAT refund at your last EU point of departure, not your final destination.

How long does it take to get my refund?

With TravelMoney, refunds are processed instantly once validated at customs. Standard tax-free services can take 4-12 weeks.

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