Switzerland Lowers Tax-Free Shopping Limit to Curb Cross-Border Purchases
Starting January 1, 2025, Switzerland will reduce the tax-free shopping limit for goods brought in from Germany from 300 Swiss francs to 150 francs, to mitigate shopping tourism. This change aims to support local Swiss retailers facing competition from cross-border purchasing. While some expect minimal impact on shopping behavior, others anticipate shifts in consumer patterns as Swiss shoppers adapt to the new limit.