🇱🇮 Einfuhrzoll und Abgaben: Liechtenstein

Kurz & knapp

Zollfreier Schwellenwert

$50

Pakete unter $50, zollfrei

MwSt / Steuer

15%

Swiss VAT rules. MWST at 8.1% on most goods. Reduced 2.6% on food, books, medicine. 3.8% on hotels.

Verzollungsdauer

1-3 Tage

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Zollsätze nach Kategorie

KategorieZollsatzHS-Kapitel
Electronics0-3.7%85
Clothing0-12%61-62
Footwear0-17%64
Food & Beverages0-20%01-24
Machinery0-4%84
Cosmetics0-6.5%33
Books0%49
Toys & Games0-4.7%95

Angegebene Sätze gelten für Standardwaren. Der genaue Satz hängt vom HS-Code Ihres Artikels ab.

Verzollungsprozess

Liechtenstein is in a customs union with Switzerland, Swiss customs rules fully apply. Swiss Federal Customs Administration (BAZG) handles all clearance. Swiss customs tariff (Tares). MWST (VAT) at 8.1% on imports. CHF is currency. EEA member (access to EU single market for goods).

Bearbeitungszeit1-3 Tage
MwSt.-Satz8.1% (MWST)

Was tatsächlich zu erwarten ist

Effectively Switzerland for customs purposes. All mail/packages go through Swiss postal/customs system. Swiss Post (Die Post) delivers. DHL, FedEx, UPS well-established. Express clearance 1 day, postal 2-3 days. MWST at 8.1%, one of the lowest VAT rates in Europe. Swiss duties apply (weight-based for agricultural goods, ad valorem for others). Extremely efficient, zero corruption. Very high cost of living. Tiny country (160 km²) between Austria and Switzerland, all goods transit through these neighbors.

Erforderliche Dokumente

1

Handelsrechnung

Artikelbeschreibung, Menge, Wert, Absender- und Empfängerdaten

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Packliste

Detaillierte Inhaltsauflistung

3

Zollerklärung (CN22/CN23)

Erforderlich für Postsendungen

4

Luftfrachtbrief (AWB)

Wird vom Spediteur erstellt

5

Ursprungszeugnis

Kann für reduzierte Zölle erforderlich sein

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Export-/Importlizenz

Für eingeschränkte Waren

Anforderungen an Einfuhrlizenzen

Swiss import license rules apply. Required for firearms, controlled substances, dual-use goods, and certain agricultural products. Swiss veterinary and phytosanitary rules. GMP requirements for pharmaceuticals.

Ursprungszeugnis

Swiss FTA network applies, certificates for EU (bilateral agreements), EFTA partners, and Swiss FTA network (60+ countries). Certificates issued by Liechtenstein Chamber of Commerce (LIHK) or Swiss equivalents.

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Verbotene & eingeschränkte Waren

Verboten

  • xBetäubungsmittel und illegale Drogen
  • xSprengstoff und brennbare Materialien
  • xWaffen und Munition
  • xGefälschte Waren
  • xFalschgeld und gefälschte Dokumente

Eingeschränkt (Genehmigung erforderlich)

  • !Medikamente
  • !Lebensmittel und Getränke
  • !Pflanzen und Samen
  • !Elektronik (Lithiumbatterien)
  • !Parfüm und Kosmetik

Beliebte Routen nach Liechtenstein

Häufig gestellte Fragen

What is the duty-free threshold for Liechtenstein?

The duty-free (de minimis) threshold for imports into Liechtenstein is $50. Goods valued below this amount are exempt from customs duties.

What is the VAT rate on imports to Liechtenstein?

The VAT/tax rate on imports to Liechtenstein is 15%. VAT applies to: Swiss VAT rules. MWST at 8.1% on most goods. Reduced 2.6% on food, books, medicine. 3.8% on hotels.

How long does customs clearance take in Liechtenstein?

Typical customs clearance in Liechtenstein takes 1-3 days. Express shipments usually clear faster.

What documents are needed to import into Liechtenstein?

To import into Liechtenstein, you typically need: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, and customs declaration. Some goods may require a certificate of origin or import license.

What items are prohibited from import into Liechtenstein?

Liechtenstein prohibits the import of narcotics, weapons, counterfeit goods, certain animal products, and hazardous materials. Restrictions may also apply to alcohol, tobacco, pharmaceuticals, and certain electronics.