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PROHIBITED AND RESTRICTED GOODS Drugs and narcotics are prohibited. There are restrictions on importation of firearms, ammunition, ivory, skins and food. CUSTOMS REGULATIONS Household goods can be imported duty free providing that: � All items (incl. car, aircraft or boat) have been in the use and possession of the immigrant for at least 6 months � The immigrant continues to keep all items for his own and personal use (motor vehicle for at least one year). � The importation takes place during the 1-year period of transfer of the residence. � Any foreseen subsequent consignment must be reported and listed at the time of the first importation. Up to 200 litres of alcohol below 25� can be imported duty and tax-free and a maximum of 12 litres for alcohol over 25�. Required documentation to be supplied prior to importation: � Immigrants personal customs declaration (Customs form 18.44). � Detailed inventory of the goods (in French, German or Italian). New items must be listed and valued separately on the inventory. � Photostat copy of the passports basic data. �
Lease
or property title of the residence in � The Swiss residence permit (or equivalent official certificate). � Copy of the registration card and licence of motor vehicle. Vehicles Cars must have been owned (not
just used) for six months preceding importation and must not be sold for
twelve months following importation into Pets Dogs and cats do not require quarantine provided that they have been vaccinated against rabies at least 30 days before. A certificate to this effect must be produced together with a copy of the passport. Under certain circumstances, when these documents cannot all be met at the time the shipment is being cleared, it is possible to obtain a temporary entry. In such cases it is required to put up a bond with Swiss customs for as long as the entry is not finalised. The missing document has be presented within 6 months. Please note that customs will charge additional cost for the temporary clearance, around SFr.100.00-300.00. |
Important:
This
information is intended for general guidance and all T.I.M.N. members are
entitled to reproduce this information and any contributions are
welcomed. T.I.M.N. cannot however take responsibility for any errors or
omissions or for any loss or damage that may occur from its use. As
such it is advisable to contact the nearest customs office for
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