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Webinar: Preferential origin verification Well prepared through the process

S-GE Newsroom

May 8, 2025

The verification of origin by the Federal Office for Customs and Border Security (BAZG) ensures that your preferential proofs of origin (declarations of origin, movement certificates, supplier declarations) meet the formal and material requirements of the free trade agreements. Our information webinar provides you with the answers - in a practical and understandable way.

Do you export goods to countries with which Switzerland has free trade agreements, either bilaterally or within the framework of EFTA? Would you like to ensure that your proof of origin meets the material requirements and that your goods are recognized as preferential goods? We provide you with the most important information for efficient origin verification.

Overview of topics:

  • Origin verification procedure: How the Federal Office for Customs and Border Security (FOCBS) proceeds.
  • Preparation: What documents must be provided?
  • Evidence: Which documents are required and accepted?
  • Focal points of the inspection: What does the BAZG attach particular importance to?

Our expert will guide you through the relevant requirements and give you a comprehensive overview so that you are optimally prepared.

Webinar: Preferential origin verification

Alfonso Orlando

Director ExportHelp + Regional Support

Zürich, Switzerland

aorlando@s-ge.com

+41 44 365 53 34

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