If Global Blue hasn’t replied about your customs stamp or tax-free refund issue, try contacting their official Customer Service through the web chat.
You can also submit a detailed request or case update via their support portal (choose “I already have a case” or “check refund status”).
For faster tracking, use the Mobile Customer Care / Refund Tracker in the Global Blue app to see live updates on your refund status.
If none of the above solutions work, please feel free to share your experience. You can also file a complaint on our website.
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