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view in original language (German)The import of goods and services into Switzerland, as well as exports from Switzerland, regularly present companies with complex VAT and customs issues. In this 90-minute webinar, you’ll gain a concise overview of the proper handling of imports, the role of the fiscal representative, common customs clearance pitfalls, and the requirements for tax exemptions on exports. Benefit from practical insights and concrete case studies on chain transactions, temporary admission, and documentation requirements. You’ll also receive the slides from the webinar.
The cross-border movement of goods between Switzerland and other countries regularly raises complex VAT and customs issues for companies. Both the import of goods and services into Switzerland and their export from Switzerland are subject to specific regulations, and failure to comply with them can result in significant financial and administrative consequences. This affects both Swiss and foreign companies engaged in international trade.
This webinar will begin by addressing the proper handling of imports into Switzerland. It will explain the responsibilities of the fiscal representative, typical pitfalls in customs clearance, and the VAT-related specifics of the temporary use of imported goods—such as in connection with trade shows, product samples, or construction sites. Case studies will also be used to illustrate the distinction between the supply of goods and the provision of services, as well as the treatment of chain transactions involving Switzerland.
The second part of the webinar focuses on exports from Switzerland. The focus is on the requirements for tax exemption on export shipments, the necessary proof and documentation obligations, and special provisions for certain categories of goods and packaging. The presentation is supplemented by practical advice on the most common challenges encountered when handling export transactions in practice.
The recording is intended for tax practitioners and professionals in the customs and foreign trade sectors who wish to deepen their knowledge of the VAT and customs treatment of import and export transactions and avoid common sources of error in practice.
