Home customs clearance (also called clearance at the consignee's premises) is a simplified procedure allowing customs formalities to be completed directly at the importer's or exporter's premises, rather than at the border customs office. Goods are transported under customs bond from the border to the authorised premises, where declaration and any inspection take place. In Switzerland, BAZG authorises the 'authorised consignee' procedure for imports and 'authorised consignor' for exports. Requirements: significant volume of customs operations; premises suitable for goods inspection; specific BAZG authorisation; adequate financial guarantee. Advantages: 1) Speed — goods go directly to the warehouse without border waiting; 2) Flexible hours — clearance outside customs office hours; 3) Reduced parking and temporary storage costs; 4) Greater security — goods remain on the company's own premises. When beneficial: companies with regular and significant import/export flows; large warehouses with dedicated inspection areas; operations requiring clearance outside standard hours. For SMEs, border clearance with an organised forwarder generally remains more practical and economical.