Amadeus FQNTAX โ Display Country Tax Information
A complete guide to the Amadeus FQNTAX command โ how to display general tax information for a specific country or location code while pricing or reviewing an airline fare.
โก Key Takeaways
- FQNTAX displays general tax information for a country or location code โ the reference view, not a fare calculation.
- Use FQNTAX/FINLAND when you know the country, or FQNTAX/HEL when you only have an airport or city code.
- It shows which taxes apply for a destination โ useful for quotes, refund checks, and explaining charges to customers.
- The exact tax amounts on a specific ticket appear in the TST with TQT or TQTC โ not in FQNTAX.
- Paired with FQD and FQN, FQNTAX completes your fare and tax research toolkit.
Taxes make up a significant part of most international airfares, and understanding them is essential for accurate pricing, quoting, and refund processing. Some taxes are levied by the departure country, others by the arrival country, and some apply only to specific routes or passenger types. The Amadeus FQNTAX command provides general information about the taxes applicable in a specific country or location, giving you a quick reference point when reviewing a fare or explaining charges to a customer.
What Does the Amadeus FQNTAX Command Do?
FQNTAX is the Amadeus GDS command used to display general tax information for a specific country.
Category: Tax Information.
The Amadeus FQNTAX command provides general information about taxes applicable in a specific country or by using an airport or city code.
Unlike the tax breakdown shown in a TST, which lists the exact amounts on a specific ticket, FQNTAX provides general reference information โ what taxes exist for a country, their codes, and their typical application. It is a research and explanation tool rather than a pricing calculation.
Amadeus FQNTAX Command โ Syntax & Examples
The Amadeus FQNTAX command accepts either a country name or a location code. Both forms return the same type of information โ a general list of applicable taxes with their codes and conditions.
Display Tax Information for a Country
Using the country name:
FQNTAX/FINLANDThis displays general tax information for Finland, listing the applicable tax codes and their general conditions.
Display Tax Information Using a Location Code
Using the airport or city code:
FQNTAX/HELThis displays general tax information using the Helsinki (HEL) location code โ useful when you know the airport or city but not the exact country name required by the entry.
When to Use the Amadeus FQNTAX Command
Use the Amadeus FQNTAX command when you need to check general tax information for a country or location while pricing or reviewing an airline fare. Typical scenarios include:
- Explaining the taxes included in a quoted fare to a customer.
- Checking which taxes apply to a specific departure or arrival country.
- Comparing tax treatment between two destinations on a multi-country itinerary.
- Verifying a tax code seen on a TST or a fare quote.
- Preparing an estimate of taxes for a fare quotation.
- Supporting a refund or reissue where taxes are partially refundable.
- Researching a new destination or route where taxes are unfamiliar.
How It Fits Into Your Pricing Workflow
A typical pricing session using the Amadeus FQNTAX command might look like this:
- Display the fare for a route with FQD.
- Review the fare rules with FQN if needed.
- Check the applicable taxes for the destination with
FQNTAX/FINLANDorFQNTAX/HEL. - Compare the tax information against the taxes shown in the fare quote.
- Price the itinerary with FXP once everything is confirmed.
- Issue the ticket with TTP.
Amadeus FQNTAX Command vs Other Tax and Fare Commands
The Amadeus FQNTAX command is part of a broader family of fare and tax commands in Amadeus. Here is how it relates to the others:
| Command | What It Does |
|---|---|
FQNTAX | General tax information for a country or location code |
FQN | Fare notes, rules, categories, and routing information |
FQD | Displays available fares between cities or for specific airlines |
FQP / FXP | Pricing commands that calculate taxes for a specific itinerary |
TQT / TQTC | Display the TST with the actual tax breakdown |
TRFT / TRFU/TA | Display and update taxes in a refund record |
The key distinction: The Amadeus FQNTAX command gives general country-level tax information, while the TST displays the exact taxes on a specific ticket. Use FQNTAX for research and explanation, and TQT for verification of a specific record.
Amadeus FQNTAX Command โ Country vs Location Code
One of the most useful things about the Amadeus FQNTAX command is that it accepts both country names and location codes. This makes it flexible in daily use:
| Input Type | Example | Best Used When |
|---|---|---|
| Country name | FQNTAX/FINLAND | You know the destination country and want a full list of that country’s taxes. |
| Location code | FQNTAX/HEL | You have an airport or city code from a PNR, fare quote, or ticket display. |
Official Amadeus Documentation
For the authoritative reference on tax commands and Amadeus fare logic, refer to the Amadeus Altรฉa Suite documentation โ the official source for all Amadeus fare and tax commands including FQNTAX, FQN, FQD, and TQT.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Amadeus FQNTAX Command
What does the Amadeus FQNTAX command do?
The Amadeus FQNTAX command displays general tax information for a specific country or location code, providing reference details about applicable taxes.
Can I use an airport code instead of a country name with FQNTAX?
Yes. The Amadeus FQNTAX command accepts both country names and location codes โ for example FQNTAX/HEL for Helsinki or FQNTAX/FINLAND for the whole country.
Does the Amadeus FQNTAX command calculate the taxes on my ticket?
No. The Amadeus FQNTAX command provides general tax information. The exact tax amounts applied to a specific ticket are shown in the TST using TQT or TQTC.
When would I use the Amadeus FQNTAX command during a refund?
When you need to confirm whether a tax code shown in the refund record applies to the destination country or is refundable under the applicable rules. It complements our Tax Refundability Checker during refund processing.
Is FQNTAX the same as FQN?
No. FQN displays fare notes and rules (penalties, changes, conditions). The Amadeus FQNTAX command displays tax information for a country or location. They serve different research purposes.
Conclusion
The Amadeus FQNTAX command is the reference tool for country and location-specific tax information in Amadeus. Use FQNTAX/FINLAND when you know the country, or FQNTAX/HEL when you have an airport or city code.
The Amadeus FQNTAX command tells you which taxes apply for a destination, helping you explain fare components to customers, verify a tax code seen on a TST, and prepare accurate quotes. Remember that it provides general reference information โ the exact taxes on a specific ticket appear in the TST, and the pricing is calculated with FXP.
Paired with FQD, FQN, and TQT, the Amadeus FQNTAX command completes your fare and tax research toolkit โ helping you answer tax questions confidently, whether you are quoting a new itinerary, verifying a TST, or processing a refund.
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