The
fact that Switzerland is not a member of the EU results in
certain market disadvantages which are still valid although
the bilateral agreements have come into force. For the sake
of competitiveness it is advantageous to supply the EU market
from within the EU. As a Swiss exporter or trader, this option
is beneficial if you sell your products in EU countries or
obtain them from there.
| Advantages
of operating within the EU:
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VAT-free
deliveries with a sales tax identification number |
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No
customs formalities for deliveries within the EU |
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No
"double" customs duties for goods from third countries |
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Advantageous
distribution costs from EU countries |
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Reduction
of warehouse stock through consolidation of regional/national
warehouses |
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A
high level of flexibility enables customers' requirements
to be effected more rapidly |
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Closeness
to the market and the customer |
EU-customs clearance
Increase your competitiveness in the
EU. Applying for a sales tax
identification number is your first step towards becoming
a Swiss exporter with EU supplier status.
What does EU customs clearance entail?
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EU supplier
status |
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VAT-free
deliveries within the EU |
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The
customer does not need to make capital available for
VAT payments - thus interest charges are avoided |
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Increased
liquidity |
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Shorter
repayment periods |
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Consolidated
consignments |
What are the prerequisites?
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Possessing
a tax number |
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Possessing
a sales tax identification number (UID) |
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Providing
statistics declarations to the Federal Department of
Finance |
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Alternative:
the UID number is provided by a freight forwarder (limited
fiscal representative) |
Where can you obtain detailed information
or personal advice without obligation?
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Request a copy of our informative brochure "EU customs
clearance" or an appointment with our expert: |
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Mario
Cavallucci
Head Sales + Marketing Logistics
Phone: +41 (0)61 - 316 52 21 |
| e-Mail:
mario.cavallucci@natural.info
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Thomas
Jaeger
Sales Manager Logistics
Phone: +41 (0)61 - 316 55 33 |
| e-Mail:
thomas.jaeger@natural.info
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