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Border and customs

Crossings, waiting times, customs checks and transit: the border day by day.

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302 articles on border and customs, newest first.

• Funds for border municipalities: refunds rise to 108 million

  The Associazione Comuni Italiani di Frontiera (Acif) welcomes the increase in the refreshments fund from 89 to 108 million euros and the allocation of the extra revenue.

• Border refurbishment: 89-108 million, mayors rejoice

  The Italian government increases funds for border municipalities. The mayors: 'Satisfied with the increase in refreshments'.

• Common border funds: MEF decree signed

  Minister Giorgetti signed the decree for the allocation of funds to the Municipalities within 20 km of the border with Ticino, Graubünden and Valais.

• Seizure of protected parrots at the Gandria crossing

  A Swiss citizen was stopped at the Gandria crossing with two ash parrots without Cites authorization. Intervention by UDSC and USAV.

• Verbania, works on the San Giovanni bridge: modified traffic

  Night-time interventions by Acqua Novara.VCO on the San Giovanni bridge at Verbania from 14 to 18 September with one-way alternation.

• Varese district heating: doors open to the power plant

  Open day at the Varese district heating plant on Saturday 19 September. Required reservations on Eventbrite.

• Stabio-Gaggiolo speed bump: queues and anger from cross-border workers

  Reports about the speed bump just beyond Gaggiolo customs describe more than ten extra minutes every day. Official counts show a crossing already under pressure.

• Living in Cedrasco, working in Graubünden: a guide

  Moving to Cedrasco to work in Graubünden: discover Permit G, border taxation, AVS, LAMal and the complete registration procedure.

• Montescheno: living and working in Ticino

  What it means to live in Montescheno and work as a border worker in Ticino. Guidance on G Leave, Taxation, Cost of Living and Administrative Procedures.

• Living in Sumirago, working in Ticino: border guide

  Practical guide to living in Sumirago and working in Ticino: permits, border taxation, administrative procedures and what to consider before transferring.

• Living in Ponte Lambro and working in Ticino as a border worker

  Discover the connections, journey times, cost of living and advantages of living in Ponte Lambro and working in Ticino.

• Living in Castelnuovo Bozzente and working in Ticino as a border worker

  Learn about the connections, travel times, cost of living, and benefits of transferring.

• Living in Vilminore di Scalve and working in Graubünden as a border worker

  Discover the connections, journey times, cost of living and benefits of transferring from Vilminore di Scalve to Grisons.

• Art Tax Border: Italy-Switzerland

  The tax frontier between Italy and Switzerland in the circulation of works of art: VAT on importation, confiscation and proportionality after Court cost. n. 93/2025

• Bennet is looking for staff at Lavena Ponte Tresa

  On Friday, September 4, the Bennet hypermarket in Lavena Ponte Tresa hosts a day dedicated to work with open positions for sale and fresh departments.

• Living in Turate and working in Ticino as a border worker

  Discover the connections, journey times, cost of living and benefits of transferring from Turate to Ticino.

• Living in Villette and working in Ticino as a border worker

  Living in Villette as a cross-border commuter and working in Ticino: transport, costs and tax advantages. Guide to crossings, AHV regulations, G Permit and administrative deadlines.

• Chiasso and A2: strengthening and financial challenges

  Chiasso faces complicated projections for the A2 Lugano-Mendrisio upgrade. FEDRO asks the Ticino Executive for accompanying measures. What it means for cross-border commuters.

• Living in Lomazzo and working in Ticino as a border worker

  Border crossing in Lomazzo? Discover the Brogeda and Chiasso crossings, travel times, cost of living and taxes. Practical guide to moving from Como to Ticino.

• Senna Comasco and border crossing work in Ticino: a practical guide

  Senna Comasco is just a few kilometres from the Ponte Tresa crossing and Chiasso: connections, taxation and cost of living for border crossers.

• Entry documents Switzerland: border guides 2026

  Passport, G permit, identity card: mandatory documents and procedures to cross the border. New 2024 Agreement, Ticino crossings, customs controls and tax rebates.

• Customs shortages: union asks for means and security

  The Garanto union denounces shortages of personnel and equipment in Swiss customs. What it entails for border workers at Ticino crossings.

• Living in Tubre and working in Graubünden as a border worker

  Permit G, taxation, AVS, LAMal: practical guide for Italy-Switzerland border workers. Costs, taxation, procedure to live in Tubre and work in Grisons.

• Living in Prato Allo Stelvio and working in Grisons

  Practical guide for border workers between Italy and Switzerland: permits, taxation, AVS and LAMal, costs of living and what to consider before moving