- The Swiss Federal Tax Administration (FTA) has amended the guidelines for the foreign VAT refund process.
- On February 26, 2026, the FTA updated VAT Information No. 18, subsection 1.4, clarifying required proof for Swiss VAT refund requests.
- Applicants must now submit a Certificate of Taxable Status covering the entire refund period (calendar year).
- The certificate must confirm the applicant’s VAT registration date or that they were registered during the refund period.
- Foreign companies should ensure their documentation meets these new requirements to avoid delays or denials.
Source: fiscal-requirements.com
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