FAQ frequently asked questions
List of frequently asked questions in the logistics industry in general with answers.HOW TO SELL IN SWITZERLAND?
How to sell in Switzerland? Complete guide to export and customs clearance, comprehensive overview of how to sell in Switzerland, with practical tips and up-to-date information. Find out what documents are needed, how customs clearance works
WHAT IS MEANT BY ABANDONMENT OF GOODS?
When, for any reason, the goods lying under customs control cannot be given a Customs Destination or a Customs Procedure, within the terms established by current legislation, the goods are considered abandoned (it is said "to the public treasury"). With the...
WHAT INCOTERMS YIELD?
Each acronym codified in Incoterms clearly defines who should bear the costs and responsibilities for each part of transportation and customs…
WHEN DO WE TALK ABOUT THE GREEN CHANNEL?
The green channel is a customs system that allows rapid customs clearance of goods through simplified procedures.
HOW IS THE TAXABLE WEIGHT CALCULATED?
TAXABLE WEIGHT HOW TO JUGGLE RATIO CALCULATIONS The transport offers, both national and international, are based for the correct calculation of costs, on the "weight / volume" ratio to obtain the taxable weight. The tool that allows to obtain the right allocation of a...
WHAT IS CARNET ATA?
CARNET ATA AND TEMPORARY IMPORTATION When goods are to be destined for temporary use abroad anticipating future reintroduction into the national territory, a temporary export (DDAT) can be made. The main goods for which this scheme is applied are: professional...
WHAT IS T1?
T1 (NCTS) is a computer document issued by one customs (Departure Office) and destined for another customs (Destination Office). T1 is assigned a number called MRN (Movement Reference Number), which is unique throughout the European Union and recognizable throughout...
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WHAT ARE THE ZIP CODES IN SWITZERLAND?
ZIP CODE SWITZERLAND Postal codes ZIP CODE SWITZERLAND The Transport Switzerland ZIP Code page provides a comprehensive and up-to-date list of Postal Codes (ZIP Codes) for...
WHAT ARE EXCISE TAXES?
Excise taxes are taxes levied on products such as alcohol, petroleum and tobacco. They apply to EU and imported products and are regulated by EU law. Excise goods must be stored in excise tax warehouses.
WHAT IS A DUTY-FREE IMPORT?
Duty-free importation occurs when goods are imported without payment of customs fees. The "relief" of customs charges may result from special rules such as those governing the import of goods destined for: - diplomatic posts; - state offices; - international nonprofit...
WHAT DOES COV MEAN?
Incentive tax on volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are used as solvents in many industries and are contained in various products, such as in paints, varnishes and some detergents. Emitted into the air, these substances contribute,...
WHAT DOES TARES MEAN?
All merchantable goods as well as private goods not carried in personal luggage or private motor vehicle must be declared according to the customs tariff upon import and export. Like most customs tariffs in the world, Switzerland's is based on the internationally...
WHAT IS THE DUTY?
he Duty is a tax levied by customs on the import of goods from countries outside the EEC, and payment of the same allows these products to move freely within the territory of the European Union. This operation is called "Release for free circulation" (same goes for...
WHAT IS A CUSTOMS FREE POINT?
Goods whose end use is uncertain, goods subject to high duties as well as quota goods may be stored temporarily without being cleared through customs or taxed. A free point can be used for this purpose.The customs free point is operated by private entities, has a...