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As a company, you will find all information on customs regulations and procedures for importing goods into Switzerland here.

Here you will find all the information your company needs about customs regulations and procedures for exporting goods from Switzerland.

Here you will find all the information your company needs about customs regulations and procedures for transporting goods through Switzerland.

This page provides an overview of various domestic levies in Switzerland, including tobacco and mineral oil taxes, the CO₂ levy, transport levies, automobile tax, and other taxes on spirits and beer. Learn about taxation, exemptions, and refund options.

Road charges are levied for the transport of goods in Switzerland. Depending on the vehicle and which roads you use, these are the vignette, the performance-related or the flat-rate heavy vehicle charge.

This page provides comprehensive information on bans, restrictions, and conditions for goods traffic, particularly concerning non-customs regulations like CITES. It explains procedures for the correct declaration of goods, as well as required documents and permits, to ensure the protection of the population, the environment, and the economy.

The page provides information on the mandatory electronic assessment decision (eVV) effective March 1, 2018, in the e-dec customs clearance system, along with import and export procedures, VAT, and general information about the customs administration.

The page provides information about specialist announcements and how to view press releases with or without Java script. Users can access the Federal Administration News Portal via a link.

Customs declarations can be made during normal clearance times on working days; some customs offices are also open on Saturday mornings. On Sundays and national holidays, the customs offices are closed for commercial goods traffic and there is a driving ban on lorries.

Find out whether you should be considered as an individual or a company to understand the correct customs rates and regulations when importing, exporting, or transiting goods. The page offers examples and regulations for both groups.