Helpful databases and information sources

Liechtenstein has been part of the Swiss customs territory since 1924 due to the customs treaty with Switzerland. Here is a selection of online portals that you can use for information related to foreign trade and various aspects of internationalization.

Worldwide customs database
The customs database is an international trade portal with country-specific information on tariff and non-tariff trade measures. The customs database provides Swiss and Liechtenstein companies with free access to all information related to customs tariffs, commodity classifications, and import formalities. The free registration can be found here.

Tares customs tariff
The Swiss Federal Customs Administration provides the customs tariff (Tares) free of charge on the internet. Tares includes not only the Swiss customs tariff but also explanations of the tariff and decisions on commodity classifications.

Market Finder
Market Finder is an interactive tool that allows you to create a shortlist of countries that are promising for your brand. Additionally, it provides information to help you assess the demand for your product or service.

Federal Office for Customs and Border Security (FOCBS)
The website of the Federal Office for Customs and Border Security (FOCBS) provides detailed information on exports, news on free trade and current measures relating to the movement of goods.

State Secretariat for Economic Affairs SECO
The State Secretariat for Economic Affairs SECO is the point of contact for issues relating to export controls and sanctions. Its website also contains up-to-date information on the export industry.

Imports of protected animal and plant species
Protected animal and plant species, as well as parts and products thereof, are subject to the CITES Convention, which controls international trade in protected goods. You will find all the information you need about licensing and import controls for protected goods on the relevant website.

Switzerland Global Enterprise (S-GE)
Switzerland Global Enterprise (S-GE) offers various consulting services related to companies’ export and expansion plans. These consultations are offered on a country-specific basis. The Principality of Liechtenstein has a service agreement with S-GE. Based on this service agreement, Liechtenstein companies can benefit from S-GE services either free of charge or at a reduced rate.