- Foreign companies must register for Swiss VAT if they exceed CHF 100,000 in global revenue, store goods in Switzerland, sell under DDP Incoterm, or organize events in Switzerland.
- Registration requires appointing a Swiss tax representative and may involve depositing a tax bond (typically 3% of projected annual turnover).
- Required documents include company identification, Swiss operations description, sales forecasts, local contracts, and Federal Tax Administration forms.
- Proper document preparation expedites the registration process.
- The tax representative is mandatory and acts as the main contact with Swiss tax authorities.
Source: fiscal-requirements.com
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