How to export from Switzerland? A practical guide

To export from Switzerland: 1) Check if goods are subject to restrictions (dual-use, SECO sanctions, CITES, cultural property); 2) Prepare commercial invoice with correct Incoterms, value and detailed description; 3) Classify goods with the 8-digit HS/Tares code; 4) File the export customs declaration via Passar (since 1 January 2026, the sole system — e-dec Export is no longer active); 5) Obtain origin certificate if required (EUR.1 for EFTA partner countries, invoice declaration, non-preferential certificate of origin via Chamber of Commerce); 6) Prepare mode-specific transport documents (CMR, B/L, AWB, CIM); 7) Additional documents as needed (phytosanitary, veterinary, ATR for Turkey, Form A for GSP countries). Always verify destination country requirements before shipping.