VAT retail export scheme (uk)

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Hi
I know of colleagues that have used this scheme when relocating to Zurich in order to claim back the vat differential on shipment of new furniture.

A couple of questions

Is there any reason why I can't do the same moving to singapore?
Do any stores that offer "tax free shopping" qualify for this scheme?
Do we need to purchase the goods and arrangement the shipment within any deadlines (disregarding logistics) relative to our move date?