{"id":26909,"date":"2023-03-02T14:34:37","date_gmt":"2023-03-02T14:34:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.embyssy.live\/?page_id=26909"},"modified":"2026-03-19T10:30:09","modified_gmt":"2026-03-19T10:30:09","slug":"watch-services","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.embyssy.live\/en\/competencies\/watch-services\/","title":{"rendered":"Watch Services"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\" id=\"wpb-content-root\"><p>[vc_row css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; bg_type=&#8221;bg_color&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1547550694197{padding-top: 3% !important;padding-right: 5% !important;padding-bottom: 3% !important;padding-left: 5% !important;}&#8221; el_class=&#8221;full-width&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1546514358507{margin-top: 5% !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Goods export from Switzerland private individuals &#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:28|text_align:left|color:%231a1a1a&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1677740159499{padding-right: 5% !important;}&#8221;]<a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.embyssy.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Jungfraujoch-Plateau-Fahne-scaled.jpg?quality=89&#038;ssl=1\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-26900 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.embyssy.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Jungfraujoch-Plateau-Fahne-scaled.jpg?resize=900%2C600&#038;quality=89&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.embyssy.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Jungfraujoch-Plateau-Fahne-scaled.jpg?w=2560&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 2560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.embyssy.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Jungfraujoch-Plateau-Fahne-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.embyssy.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Jungfraujoch-Plateau-Fahne-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C683&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.embyssy.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Jungfraujoch-Plateau-Fahne-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.embyssy.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Jungfraujoch-Plateau-Fahne-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C1024&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.embyssy.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Jungfraujoch-Plateau-Fahne-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C1365&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 2048w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.embyssy.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Jungfraujoch-Plateau-Fahne-scaled.jpg?resize=920%2C613&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 920w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.embyssy.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Jungfraujoch-Plateau-Fahne-scaled.jpg?w=1800&amp;quality=89&amp;ssl=1 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Goods that were purchased duty-free in Switzerland must be exported within 30 days. The export document (the customer receives the return envelope when purchasing the goods in the shop) must be stamped at a border crossing and signed by the customs officer. It is the customer&#8217;s responsibility to return the paper to us stamped and signed (using the return envelope). If these steps are not taken, the customer will be charged the previously secured deposit of 7.7% (by credit card) after 30 days.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; disable_element=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;bottom-margin full-width desktop&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1677737902276{margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-top: 5% !important;padding-right: 5% !important;padding-bottom: 5% !important;padding-left: 5% !important;background-color: #ecede8 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;15788&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; el_class=&#8221;right-17&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1535715326112{margin-top: 5% !important;margin-bottom: 10% !important;}&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Revision&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|font_size:28|text_align:left|color:%231a1a1a&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1546513238001{padding-top: 5% !important;padding-bottom: 5% !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text]A revision to a mechanical watch is the same as a regular service is to a car. We recommend that a watch with mechanical movement be revised and tuned every 4-6 years. After that, your good as new wristwatch is ready to accompany you to new adventures.[\/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion shape=&#8221;square&#8221; c_icon=&#8221;chevron&#8221; active_section=&#8221;0&#8243; no_fill=&#8221;true&#8221; collapsible_all=&#8221;true&#8221; el_class=&#8221;special-grey-accordeon&#8221;][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;A revision usually includes:&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1546513478156-c376a462-2652&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Checking and analysing the movement<\/li>\n<li>Stripping the movement<\/li>\n<li>Removing hands and dial<\/li>\n<li>Completely disassembling the movement<\/li>\n<li>Cleaning all movement parts<\/li>\n<li>Checking all movement parts (optical and technical function)<\/li>\n<li>Replacing\/remanufacturing worn movement parts<\/li>\n<li>Assembly and oiling of movement parts<\/li>\n<li>Regulating the movement<\/li>\n<li>Setting dial and hands<\/li>\n<li>Checking all functions of the movement<\/li>\n<li>Dismantle watch case<\/li>\n<li>Refurbishing and cleaning case parts<\/li>\n<li>Replacing all seals<\/li>\n<li>Mounting the case<\/li>\n<li>Casing the movement<\/li>\n<li>Check waterproofness<\/li>\n<li>Attaching the strap<\/li>\n<li>Final inspection<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; disable_element=&#8221;yes&#8221; el_class=&#8221;bottom-margin full-width mobile&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1677737917277{margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 5% !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 5% !important;background-color: #ecede8 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1536313136997{margin-top: 5% !important;}&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Revision&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left|color:%231a1a1a&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1546513253211{padding-top: 5% !important;padding-bottom: 5% !important;}&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;13015&#8243; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221; el_class=&#8221;right-17&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1537353925270{margin-bottom: 15px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text]A revision to a mechanical watch is the same as a regular service is to a car. We recommend that a watch with mechanical movement be revised and tuned every 4-6 years. After that, your good as new wristwatch is ready to accompany you to new adventures.[\/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion shape=&#8221;square&#8221; c_icon=&#8221;chevron&#8221; active_section=&#8221;1&#8243; no_fill=&#8221;true&#8221; collapsible_all=&#8221;true&#8221; el_class=&#8221;special-grey-accordeon&#8221;][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;A revision usually includes:&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1537878911501-bec05a83-b817&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Checking and analysing the movement<\/li>\n<li>Stripping the movement<\/li>\n<li>Removing hands and dial<\/li>\n<li>Completely disassembling the movement<\/li>\n<li>Cleaning all movement parts<\/li>\n<li>Checking all movement parts (optical and technical function)<\/li>\n<li>Replacing\/remanufacturing worn movement parts<\/li>\n<li>Assembly and oiling of movement parts<\/li>\n<li>Regulating the movement<\/li>\n<li>Setting dial and hands<\/li>\n<li>Checking all functions of the movement<\/li>\n<li>Dismantle watch case<\/li>\n<li>Refurbishing and cleaning case parts<\/li>\n<li>Replacing all seals<\/li>\n<li>Mounting the case<\/li>\n<li>Casing the movement<\/li>\n<li>Check waterproofness<\/li>\n<li>Attaching the strap<\/li>\n<li>Final inspection<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1547550938846{margin-bottom: 40px !important;padding-top: 5% !important;padding-bottom: 5% !important;background-color: #ecede8 !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;The most important points on the export of goods&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|font_size:28|text_align:center|color:%231a1a1a&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_tta_accordion style=&#8221;modern&#8221; shape=&#8221;square&#8221; color=&#8221;white&#8221; active_section=&#8221;0&#8243; css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; collapsible_all=&#8221;true&#8221;][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Where can I have my export documents processed?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1536923874386-f42b693d-beffad64-34f0&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1677743471618{padding-top: 10px !important;padding-right: 10px !important;padding-bottom: 10px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Under this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.embyssy.live\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Uebersicht-Oeffnungszeiten-Zoelle.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Link<\/a> you will find the border crossings of the most important border stations including their opening hours.<\/li>\n<li>This <a href=\"https:\/\/www.offices.customs.admin.ch\/?lang=4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Link<\/a> leads you to the overview page of all Swiss Customs offices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;How do I return the document processed by the customs officer&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1549891182826-a024acc4-ff25&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Put it in a mailbox or ask if you can hand it in at the customs officer. DO NOT use the registration box.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;I processed the document but forgot to send them&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1537781116235-d8f7acde-0541ad64-34f0&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1677738105166{padding-top: 10px !important;padding-right: 10px !important;padding-bottom: 10px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The document can be returned from anywhere. Attention, if from abroad \u2013 additional postage needed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221; Border crossing is not manned \/ closed&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1537781113491-e374c05c-9559ad64-34f0&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1677738160992{padding-top: 10px !important;padding-right: 10px !important;padding-bottom: 10px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Check on site whether a telephone number can be called.<\/li>\n<li>If possible, go to another crossing -&gt; the document can also be processed at a foreign customs authority, e.g. to Geneva (often not staffed) if you travel to France -&gt; go to the French border crossing.<\/li>\n<li>Alternatively, the export document can be brought to the Swiss embassy in your own country and processed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Why was VAT charged?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1546516527105-63019122-0d5b&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1677738211727{padding-top: 10px !important;padding-right: 10px !important;padding-bottom: 10px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The export documents were not stamped (just dropped in a mailbox).<\/li>\n<li>None of the above steps have been taken.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;I need more than 30 days&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1677738221693-ae103d42-ba75&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>We can wait longer than 30 days if you need more time (e.g. to visit the Swiss embassy in your home country). Please contact <a href=\"mailto:sales@embyssy.live\">sales@embyssy.live<\/a>for this..<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;I have not done anything; I would like to be reimbursed for the charged VAT afterwards.&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1677738329540-9bd71d29-f35d&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Is possible, but the period is limited. Please contact the seller as soon as possible or send an e-mail<a href=\"mailto:sales@embyssy.live\">sales@embyssy.live<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;I leave Switzerland by plane&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1677738396395-719f146f-3109&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>There are manned customs counters at the airport around the clock. Get it stamped and drop it in a mailbox.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][vc_cta h2=&#8221;TIP&#8221; txt_align=&#8221;center&#8221; color=&#8221;juicy-pink&#8221;]<strong>Take a photo of the document before handing it in \/ throwing it in the mailbox.<\/strong>[\/vc_cta][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1547550891612{padding-top: 5% !important;padding-bottom: 5% !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1677744093371{margin-right: 20px !important;margin-left: 10px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #1a1a1a;\">We are here for you<\/span><\/h4>\n<p>If you have questions or something is unclear regarding the export of goods from Switzerland for private individuals, then contact us during our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.embyssy.live\/en\/boutiques\/embassy-grendelstrasse-lucerne\/\">business hours<\/a>;<\/p>\n<p>By telephone: +41 41 418 20 80<\/p>\n<p>By e-mail: <a href=\"mailto:sales@embyssy.live\">sales@embyssy.live<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; bg_type=&#8221;bg_color&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1547550694197{padding-top: 3% !important;padding-right: 5% !important;padding-bottom: 3% !important;padding-left: 5% !important;}&#8221; el_class=&#8221;full-width&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1546514358507{margin-top: 5% !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Goods export from Switzerland private individuals &#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:28|text_align:left|color:%231a1a1a&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1677740159499{padding-right: 5% !important;}&#8221;] &nbsp; Goods that were purchased duty-free in Switzerland must be exported within 30 days. 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