With the friendship bridge closed, Foz do Iguaçu had a considerable drop in sales and tourism, resulting in a major impact on the region's economy. But the city, famous for its natural beauties, is also reinventing itself and creating new shopping options for this moment, such as the opening of some Duty Free Shops, with imported brand items and prices below the average in Brazil.
With that in mind, we separate some important information for those who want to purchase products in the duty free from Foz do Iguacu. Check out:
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1. Duty Free Liberty
The city was chosen to host the 1st duty free do Brasil that will be inside a shopping mall.
O JL Shopping Falls, the place where many consumers shop in Foz do Iguaçu, has a strategic position, extensive infrastructure and decided to open its doors to new investment.
Even with the current situation, the group responsible for the project believes in the city's growth potential and sees an opportunity in the future.
O duty free in Foz do Iguaçu will concentrate stores with renowned brands and different categories, such as fashion, electronics, perfume, among others. Lacoste, Xiaomi, Samsung, Calvin Klein and Johnnie Walker are some of the main names that will be found in the establishment.
The products will be of excellent quality, of safe origin and original, and the place has opening forecast for mid-November.
The quota will be up to US$300 in products, and the consumer who exceeds this amount will need to file a tax return. A point worth highlighting in Duty Free Liberty is that purchases can be up to 6 installments on an international credit card.
2. Sky Duty Free
Another shopping option in Foz do Iguaçu, the Sky Duty Free, located in the center of the city, has different international brands and products from the most varied categories, such as cosmetics, drinks and items for hookah.
O duty free in Foz do Iguaçu is now operating at normal hours, from 10am to 6pm, following the standards and security measures established to combat the Coronavirus pandemic.
Consumers can purchase up to US$300 per month in goods, without the need to pay taxes, and the prices practiced are very attractive.
Sky Duty Free also intends to inaugurate a development at the city's airport, facilitating access for tourists.
3. Duty Free Americas
The Duty Free Americas network, headquartered in the United States, arrived in Foz do Iguaçu and is known for offering the best quality products in different categories, such as electronics, sporting goods, accessories, fashion items and much more.
O duty free in Foz do Iguaçu has not yet opened, but will follow the same norm established for other similar developments, such as a maximum quota of US$300 per month.
4. Cell Shop
Department stores located in Paraguay, more precisely in Ciudad del Este, on the border with Foz do Iguaçu, intend to open ventures here, as is the case of the Cell Shop.
The giant in electronics, home appliances, apparel, toys and other categories has shown interest in establishing territory on Brazilian soil.
Famous for offering excellent quality products at affordable prices, the Cell Shop will bring a new shopping option to the city, following the established model for duty-free stores located in Brazil.
The developments will contribute to boosting the city's economy at an uncertain time, as the borders with neighboring countries are still closed. In this way, consumers find different shopping options in Foz do Iguaçu, with products for all occasions.
In addition to encouraging trade, duty-free stores will help tourists stay longer in the city, encouraging various sectors of the economy.
So, take the opportunity to do your shopping in Foz do Iguaçu and discover one of the most beautiful destinations in Brazil!
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