- Since March 16, 2026, Switzerland issues electronic EUR.1 movement certificates for preferential trade with the EU.
- Authenticity of these certificates can be verified online via a standardized link or QR code.
- Companies must adapt internal processes, IT systems, and documentation to accommodate electronic verification.
- Switzerland is included in the EU Commission’s matrix for origin proofs, but official publication in the Official Journal C is pending.
- Electronic verification increases security but does not remove companies’ due diligence obligations.
Source: awb-international.com
Note that this post was (partially) written with the help of AI. It is always useful to review the original source material, and where needed to obtain (local) advice from a specialist.
