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    May 23, 2012, 09:37 PM
    Tax refund in Houston
    A few days ago, I was in Houston and at the time I was leaving Houston, the office at the airport was closed. What can I do in order to get the tax refund of all the things I bought in Houston.
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    May 24, 2012, 05:54 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by cecy51 View Post
    A few days ago, I was in Houston and at the time I was leaving Houston, the office at the airport was closed. What can I do in order to get the tax refund of all the things I bought in Houston.
    Thanks
    I assume you are an international traveler who did some shopping while in Texas and are looking for a refund of sales tax. Unfortunately Texas state law requires that you submit your refund documentation before leaving Texas. You don't say where you went to after Houston - but if you're still in Texas you may still submit receipts for you refund. Otherwise - I think unfortunately you're out of luck.

    For reference please see this site: http://www.taxfreetexas.com/index.html
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    May 24, 2012, 06:58 AM
    Agreed; you are SOL.
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