How cross-border shopping with STAMP helps Swiss shoppers save
With the impact of inflation in Switzerland and the continuous surge in prices, many Swiss citizens are finding it increasingly difficult to balance their household budget. Black Friday therefore becomes not only a moment of deals, but a real savings strategy. Cross-border shopping, especially in Italy, is no longer an occasional habit but a concrete response to the rising cost of living.
Inflation in Switzerland and the urgency to recover purchasing power
In recent months, Switzerland has recorded widespread increases in consumer goods, energy, and services. Everything costs more and salaries are not keeping up. In this context, cross-border shopping has become an essential tool to protect purchasing power.
Today, cross-border shopping is no longer an occasional habit, but a real strategy to recover purchasing power and balance the family budget.
####Black Friday as a strategic moment for the Swiss Black Friday has now become a key reference point for cross-border shoppers. The offers allow consumers to combine already competitive Italian prices with particularly aggressive promotions, making this date one of the most convenient of the year for Swiss consumers.
In particular, fashion, premium clothing, leather goods, cosmetics, and even daily grocery shopping are categories in which the price difference with Switzerland can become significant; and with STAMP this advantage becomes even more evident.
The limits of traditional VAT refund systems
Those who shop abroad know well the drawbacks of traditional tax refund systems:
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the customer must pay VAT in advance and wait for the refund later
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commissions charged by intermediaries reduce the amount refunded
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the process is fragmented, not very transparent, and often inefficient
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customs validation is required and, in classic systems, directly tied to the refund
For those who frequently cross the border, this model is no longer adequate.
#####STAMP: the Real TaxFree that works instantly This is where STAMP comes in, the solution chosen by a growing number of Swiss shoppers to make cross-border shopping more convenient and efficient.
Here’s how STAMP revolutionizes the process:
The customer receives the VAT deduction immediately at checkout. There is no post-purchase refund: the price paid is already the net price.
The process is digital and transparent. Users can check the status of their invoices at any time.
The commissions are the lowest on the market. No surprises, no hidden percentages.
Customs validation remains mandatory, as required by law, but it is integrated into the digital process.
For merchants: the experience is smooth, modern, and more attractive for international customers, boosting conversions and sales.
STAMP turns cross-border shopping into a simple, immediate, and clear process, without the limitations of traditional refund systems.
Why STAMP and Black Friday are a winning combination
During Black Friday, STAMP’s benefit is amplified thanks to a double effect:
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Immediate VAT discount at checkout, thanks to Real TaxFree.
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Black Friday offers typical of Italian stores.
The result is real, tangible, and immediate savings; impossible to achieve through traditional refund systems.
Purchasing power recovered thanks to cross-border shopping. Swiss shoppers who buy in Italy with STAMP are not simply “looking for deals”: they are actively recovering purchasing power.
With STAMP they obtain:
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prices on average 20–35% lower than in Switzerland (even before the VAT deduction)
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immediate savings with no waiting and no withheld percentages
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greater control and transparency over the process
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a modern and seamless shopping experience
At a time when “everything is increasing,” this opportunity represents a concrete solution, not a detail.
It’s also a competitive advantage for Italian merchants
STAMP is not only a benefit for consumers: for Italian retailers, it is a tool that makes the shopping experience far more attractive for international customers — especially Swiss shoppers who are increasingly looking for smart ways to save.
Merchants adopting STAMP can:
- Increase conversions from foreign customers
- Offer a modern and simple process
- Enhance the final price of their products
- Leverage a competitive advantage during key moments like Black Friday
Conclusion In a context of continuous price increases in Switzerland, STAMP stands out as one of the most concrete solutions to protect purchasing power. Cross-border shopping is no longer a casual habit: it is a valid and sustainable economic strategy.
With Black Friday 2025, Swiss shoppers using STAMP are not simply taking advantage of discounts: they are turning a day of offers into real, immediate, and intelligent savings.