Macau Shopping Discounts Guide 2026: No Tax Refunds, Save Money with These Tips

Macau has no tax refunds or Japanese-style discount coupon books

For those shopping in Macau, note that there is no VAT or sales tax, so tourist shopping tax refunds do not exist. Macau's consumption tax only applies to imported alcohol and tobacco, and is paid by importers, not affecting your shopping in Macau. Additionally, Macau does not have city-wide tourist discount coupon books like those in Japan, so don't expect such discounts.

• Macau has no VAT or sales tax, hence no tourist shopping tax refunds.
• The consumption tax only applies to imported alcohol and tobacco, not general shopping.
• Macau does not have city-wide tourist discount coupon books.
• The real savings come from resort free memberships, official events, and the currency used for payment.

Joint campaign by the Tourism Office and AlipayHK: ends mid-October

The MACAO, GET, SET, GLOW 2026 campaign, jointly organised by the Macau Tourism Office and AlipayHK, is a great shopping discount option. This campaign focuses on promoting running routes, and the AlipayHK app offers monthly coupons of HK$30 off HK$20, plus A.Points to earn. The campaign runs until 16 October 2026, so be sure to use the coupons before this date.

• The actual number and details of the coupons are as announced in the AlipayHK app.
• The campaign is valid until 16 October 2026, after which it will expire.

Galaxy Macau: free membership, no casino spending required

At Galaxy Macau, you can register to become a Galaxy Ultimate Club member. This membership is free and doesn't require any casino spending. Once registered, you'll receive exchange rate coupons every month, which can be used at over 200 merchants around Galaxy Macau. Remember to register first to use the benefits — you can even download the app on the spot.

• You need to register first to use the benefits — you can even download the app on the spot.
• Coupons are valid at over 200 merchants around Galaxy Macau.

Sands Shopping Centre: Venetian, Londoner, Parisian

At Sands Shopping Centre, you can register for a Sands Lifestyle membership. This membership has tiered benefits; for example, shopping at the souvenir store Kee Wah Bakery may entitle you to a 5% to 10% discount. The actual discount varies depending on the merchant and membership tier. These are merchant-specific discounts, not universal across all stores.

• These are merchant-specific discounts, not universal across all stores.
• Actual discounts vary by merchant and membership tier.

MGM and Wynn: one easy to join, one tier-based

At MGM Lion City, you can sign up for Mlife membership using just your phone number. Members receive coupons for dining, shopping, and spa services. Wynn Privé membership offers 10% to 25% dining discounts based on tier, but higher tiers usually require a bank card or other channels, not just walk-in access. It's best to download the app and register beforehand to avoid queuing on arrival.

• MGM Lion City offers membership with just a phone number, the lowest barrier to entry.
• Higher Wynn tiers usually require a bank card or other channels, not just walk-in access.

HKD or MOP? This is where you can save real money

When shopping in Macau, the currency you use for payment matters. According to the Macau Government Tourism Office, HK$100 is roughly equivalent to MOP103. However, most shops in Macau accept Hong Kong dollars at a one-to-one rate with Macanese patacas, meaning paying in cash with HKD will effectively incur a loss of about 3%. This one-to-one rate is a market practice, not a government regulation. Therefore, using electronic payments that settle at the actual exchange rate or exchanging for Macanese patacas may be more advantageous.

• The one-to-one rate for HKD to MOP is a market practice, not a government regulation.
• Using electronic payments that settle at the actual exchange rate or exchanging for Macanese patacas may be more advantageous.

Ferry Tickets and Packages: Savings on transport, but not on shopping

If you're planning to travel from Hong Kong to Macau, consider purchasing a TurboJET ferry ticket plus one-night hotel package, starting from HK$998. However, remember to book by 23 December 2026. Additionally, you can add on dining coupons for the Macau Tower. Cotai Water Jet offers discounts for cardholders or members, usually around 10% to 25%. Note that these offers mainly cover transportation and accommodation, not shopping discounts.

• These are transportation and accommodation discounts, not shopping discounts.
• TurboJET package tickets must be booked by 23 December 2026.

Not Available: No special tourist discounts at souvenir shops and duty-free stores

In Macau, both Koi Kei and Choi Heong Yuen souvenir shops do not offer brand-specific tourist discounts. The Macau branch of DFS does not provide tax refunds; it only has its own membership system, but the terms were not visible during our verification. Additionally, the Macau Government's 2026 Community Consumption Reward Programme ended on 18 June. Current promotions for Macau Pass and MPay are mainly for Macau residents, not tourists.

• The Macau Government's 2026 Community Consumption Reward Programme ended on 18 June.
• The current promotions for Macau Pass and MPay are mainly for Macau residents, not travellers.

Before heading to Macau, get your internet sorted

When shopping in Macau, having internet access is crucial as registering for resort memberships, redeeming coupons, and comparing exchange rates all require an active connection. So, before travelling to Macau, it's best to have a Macau internet card ready. eSIM activation is instant upon payment, with the QR Code sent via email; physical SIM cards can be mailed from Hong Kong. All plans and real-time prices are available on the Macau destination page.