fedpol import permit AND Swissmedic product authorization must both be current before shipment departs origin. Coordinate exporting country authorization in parallel.
Exporting Country Authorization
Obtain export authorization from the origin country authority in parallel with Swiss permits. Send copy to Swiss importer for fedpol application.
Germany: BfArM BtMG §3
Israel: IMFA export permit
Netherlands: CCBM export authorization
UK: Home Office CD export license
fedpol Import Permit
Per-shipment narcotic import permit from fedpol. ~2–4 weeks processing. One of the faster narcotic permit processes in Europe.
Exporting country authorization copy
Product, quantity, Swiss importer details
Processing: 2–4 weeks
Prepare Shipping Docs
Full documentation pack required by Swiss customs.
fedpol import permit (original)
Exporting country export authorization
COA per batch
Swissmedic-recognised GMP certificate
GACP certificate
Airway bill
Commercial invoice
Swiss Customs Entry
Basel EuroAirport, Zurich (ZRH), or Geneva (GVA) are primary entry points. Swiss customs narcotic declaration filed under BetmG.
fedpol permit presented at customs
Swiss customs narcotic declaration
Physical inspection possible for new suppliers
Receipt & Batch Release
Swissmedic-licensed verantwortliche Person reviews documentation and certifies the batch for Swiss market release.
Full batch documentation review
COA, GMP certificate, GACP certificate verified
Batch certificate signed by verantwortliche Person
Released for Swiss Supply ✓
Batch certified. Available for distribution to pharmacies across all 26 cantons via licensed Swiss wholesaler.