Why do you need an EPR registration in Switzerland?
Electrical Equipment (WEEE) in Switzerland: €350 net per calendar year.
Anyone placing electrical equipment on the Swiss market must register before the first sale.
This package covers registration and quantity reporting; an authorised representative is not included.
Switzerland is not part of the EU; an EU registration does not apply there.
What is included in this service?
- Registration for electrical equipment in Switzerland
- Quantity reporting quarterly
- Ongoing communication with the authority and the recycling system
The contracting party and invoicing entity is ECOPV-EU GmbH, based in Eschborn.
What does it cost and which terms apply?
| Price | €350 net per calendar year, plus VAT |
|---|---|
| Included | registration, quantity reporting (quarterly), €30 basic recycling |
| Not included | recycling contributions beyond that, appointment of an authorised representative, authority fees, statutory VAT |
| Time to registration | 6–8 weeks |
| Reporting frequency | quarterly |
| Additional brand or category | quoted separately |
| Deregistration | quoted separately |
Switzerland is not an EU member. A registration in an EU country does not cover the Swiss market.
We take care of the ongoing reporting deadlines for you.
Who is this package for?
- Sellers without a branch in Switzerland shipping electrical equipment to customers in Switzerland
- Sales via their own shop, Amazon, eBay or other marketplaces
- Manufacturers and importers dispatching their goods from a warehouse in Switzerland
- Companies already registered in Germany that want to add Switzerland
- The German registration does not apply in Switzerland
Frequently asked questions
Is an authorised representative included in the price?
No. This package covers registration and quantity reporting.
The appointment of an authorised representative is not included.
Is my German WEEE registration enough in Switzerland?
No. Every country maintains its own register. Registration in Germany has no effect in Switzerland.
How long does registration take?
Time to registration: 6–8 weeks, counted from the point at which all documents are available.
Start well before your planned sales launch.
How often do you have to report?
Quarterly. We handle the deadlines and the communication with the authority and the recycling scheme.
What additional costs may arise?
Not included in the package price: recycling contributions beyond that, appointment of an authorised representative, authority fees, statutory VAT.
Everything else is covered by the package price.