Buying guides
Practical, honest information to help you buy a watch on the Swiss market from abroad with confidence.
- Swiss VAT and exported watchesDo you pay Swiss VAT when buying a watch in Switzerland and exporting it? How VAT works on exported watches and how it appears in your quote.
- Import duties and taxes on watches from SwitzerlandWhat customs charges to expect when importing a watch from Switzerland: import VAT, duty, DDP vs DAP shipping and why correct declaration matters.
- Buying with confidence: authenticity and conditionPractical tips to reduce risk when buying a luxury watch on the Swiss market: seller selection, papers, inspection, photos and independent watchmaker checks.
- Buying a pre-owned watch in SwitzerlandWhy Switzerland is a great market for pre-owned and vintage watches, and how to buy one safely from abroad: condition, service history, papers and price.
- Buying at Swiss watch auctionsGeneva is a world capital of watch auctions. How we can register, bid within your limit, pay, collect and export a watch bought at a Swiss auction.
- Why buy your watch in Switzerland?Selection, condition, availability and pricing: why buying your next watch on the Swiss market can make sense, even if you live abroad.
- Shipping a luxury watch safely across bordersInsurance, packaging, courier choice and paperwork: how a valuable watch should travel from Switzerland to your country.
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