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The best shopping secret in Spain: El Corte Ingles Tourist Card

 
 

Quick Summary: El Corte Inglés Tourist Card Benefits

  • 10% Discount: Store credit on next purchase for non-residents
  • VAT Refund: Up to 21% VAT back for non-EU visitors (purchases over €100)
  • Validity: 5 days from issue date
  • How to Get: Free at any store’s Customer Service Department
  • Requirements: Passport or foreign driver’s license with photo ID
  • Available in: Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Alicante, Marbella + all Spanish stores

Tourist Card Savings Calculator

  • €100 First Purchase: Get €10 credit for next purchase
  • €200 Second Purchase: Use €10 credit + get €20 for third purchase
  • Combined with Sales: Stack with existing store promotions
  • Non-EU Bonus: Additional VAT refund (up to 21%)
  • Best Value: Fashion, accessories, perfumes, cosmetics
  • Total Potential Savings: Up to 31% (10% store credit + 21% VAT refund)

Insider Shopping Tips:

  • Store Locations: Available in Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Alicante, Marbella + all Spanish stores
  • Stack Discounts: Combine 10% tourist discount with existing sales
  • VAT Refund Guide: Official EU process for non-EU visitors
  • Official Terms: Complete discount conditions
  • ️ Best for: Fashion, accessories, perfumes, cosmetics (excludes electronics, food)

 
 

A rebate of 10% + VAT refund for countries outside the EU

 

What do you have to do?

  1. Before shopping, please register at the non-resident desk inside the shop and ask for your card, which is valid for 5 Days.
  2. Shop at any of the “El Corte Inglés” shops.
  3. If you made your first purchase for 100€, for instance, you will benefit from a 10% rebate on your next purchase (here, 10€).
  4. With your second purchase, you will receive an additional 10% rebate on the amount of your ticket for your third purchase.

 

For non-resident foreign visitors. Check the terms and conditions at the Store.

Request a refund of VAT if you are from outside Europe and your purchase exceeds 100€.

Ask for your 10% rebate on your next purchase at El Corte Ingles if you are an international traveller. You have El Corte Ingles shops in Barcelona, Madrid, Valencia, Alicante and Marbella.

 

Please read our other paper on the same subject: The best Spanish shopping experience you will find in Alicante, Barcelona, Madrid and Malaga!

 

Discover other shopping and holiday tips on all the Spanish Costas in our helpful infographic:

 

 

 

If you are booking a city trip in Spain, don’t forget the lovely postcards we wrote on Madrid, Barcelona, Alicante and Malaga:

Alicante Citytrip ePostcard

Here are other interesting sources for shopping in Spain:

 

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El Corte Inglés Tourist Card FAQ

How can I get the El Corte Inglés tourist card?

Visit any El Corte Inglés store and go to the Customer Service Department (non-resident desk) before shopping. Show your passport or foreign driver's license with photo ID. The card is issued immediately and valid for 5 days.

What discount do I get with the El Corte Inglés tourist card?

Non-resident tourists receive a 10% discount as store credit from their second purchase onwards. The discount applies to fashion, accessories, perfumes, and cosmetics. Non-EU residents can also claim VAT refund up to 21%.

Where can I use my El Corte Inglés reward card in Spain?

Use your tourist card at any El Corte Inglés store across Spain including Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Alicante, and Marbella. The card works in all departments offering eligible products throughout the country.

Is El Corte Inglés tourist discount only available in Spain?

The tourist discount is available in all El Corte Inglés stores in Spain and Portugal. Present your non-resident ID at any store's Customer Service Department to receive your discount card.

What items are excluded from the El Corte Inglés tourist discount?

Excluded items include supermarket products, electronics, books, furniture, baby strollers, parapharmacy, restaurants, travel services, and gift cards. The discount applies mainly to fashion, accessories, perfumes, and cosmetics.

How does the El Corte Inglés 10% discount system work?

The 10% discount is store credit applied from your second purchase. If you spend €100 first, you get €10 credit for next purchase. The credit accumulates with each purchase during the 5-day validity period.

Can I combine El Corte Inglés tourist discount with sales?

Yes! The 10% tourist discount combines with existing store sales and promotions. If items have 30% sale discount, you get 40% total savings with your tourist card discount added.

What documents do I need for El Corte Inglés tourist card?

Bring your passport or foreign driver's license with photo ID to the Customer Service Department. You must be a non-resident to qualify for the tourist discount card.

How long is the El Corte Inglés tourist card valid?

The tourist discount card is valid for 5 days from issue date. You can make multiple purchases during this period, with 10% store credit applied from your second purchase onwards.

Which El Corte Inglés stores in Madrid offer tourist discounts?

All El Corte Inglés stores in Madrid offer tourist discounts including Castellana, Serrano, and Goya locations. Visit the Customer Service Department at any Madrid store to get your card.

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